Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid (grans for oral liquid): Supply issue

Supply issue Active

There is a supply issue affecting the amoxicillin 50 mg with clavulanic acid grans for oral liquid (Pharmacode 2327945).

11 May 2023 Update

We are advised that a shipment has arrived and is undergoing quality assurance checks.  

Affected product

We are advised that the following product is out of stock:

  • Chemical: Amoxicillin 50 mg with clavulanic acid 12.5 mg per ml
  • Presentation: Grans for oral liquid
  • Brand: Curam
  • Pharmacode: 2327945 

There may be some product still in the supply chain.

This issue does not affect the 25 mg Augmentin brand.

Schedule listing for amoxicillin with clavulanic acid(external link)

Expected resupply early May 2023

We are advised that supplies will arrive in Aotearoa New Zealand in early May 2023. It may take time for the product to make its way through the supply chain to pharmacies. 

About this issue

The supply issue for this product has been caused by a significant increase in demand here and overseas.

Who to contact

If you have questions, email us on enquiry@pharmac.govt.nz

Please include as much information as you can about the product (presentation, brand, pharmacode) and who your wholesaler is.  

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