Clonazepam oral drops (Rivotril): Supply issue resolved
The supplier advised that there was some constraint on the supply of clonazepam oral drops (pharmacode 204498).
Reason for the issue
The supplier advised of a temporary delay in restocking Rivotril oral drops due to difficulties securing flight space as a result of continued disruption from the incidents in Ukraine.
Affected product
- Chemical: Clonazepam
- Presentation: Oral drops 2.5 mg per ml
- Brand: Rivotril
- Pharmacode: 204498
Schedule listing for clonazepam oral drops(external link)
Clonazepam tablets are not affected by this issue.
Resupplied
Stock has been distributed to wholesalers.
Minor packaging change
There are no changes to the Pharmacode (204498) or the product itself.
The packaging changes are:
- Pharmaco details on the pack instead of Roche details, due to change in sponsorship.
- decrease in storage conditions (now store below 25 degrees, previously 30 degrees).
- new GTIN barcode.
Who to contact
We recommend pharmacies check with wholesalers on availability of this product.
If you have questions about the funding for this product, email enquiry@pharmac.govt.nz
Please include as much information as you can about the product (presentation, brand, pharmacode) and who your wholesaler is.