Discontinued
SUBUTEX buprenorphine 8mg (as hydrochloride) tablet blister pack
buprenorphine hydrochloride · 8.64 mg Tablet
- Deletion from market
- 31 Dec 2027
- TGA row last updated
- 9 Sept 2026
- ARTG ID
- 76663
- Sponsor
- Indivior Pty Ltd
- Sponsor phone
- 0290250200
- Shortage impact
- Medium
- Availability
- Reduction in supply until supply is exhausted
Reason reported to TGA
Commercial Changes / Commercial viability
TGA management action
The sponsor is closely controlling the supply. Patients are advised to consult their healthcare professional to discuss alternative treatment options.
What to do
- 1.This product is discontinued in the TGA export — Ask your prescriber or pharmacist about a product that is still supplied. Do not stop treatment without that advice.
Official sources
Last updated from the TGA Medicine Shortage Reports Database (report generated 12 November 2026 10:15:07 PM).
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