Shortage of Zimstat (simvastatin) 5 mg tablets and substitution approval extended
AustraliaShortage of Zimstat (simvastatin) 5 mg tablets and substitution approval extended
Recalling Firm: TGA
Reason for Recall / Hazard
We have extended the SSSI in response to the ongoing shortage...
Product Description & Identification
We have extended the SSSI in response to the ongoing shortage
Affected Products
Shortage of Zimstat (simvastatin) 5 mg tablets and substitution approval extended
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Guid › #text | https://www.tga.gov.au/node/550381 |
| Guid › @ is Perma Link | true |
| Link | https://www.tga.gov.au/safety/shortages-and-supply-disruptions/medicine-shortages/medicine-shortage-alerts/shortage-zimstat-simvastatin-5-mg-tablets-and-substitution-approval-extended |
| Pub Date | Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +1100 |
| Extracted category | drugs |
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Overview
- Recalling FirmTGA
- Risk LevelMedicines Safety Alert
- DistributionAustralia
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