Clobetasol propionate (Dermol scalp app): Supply issue

Supply issue Active

There is limited supply of clobetasol propionate (Dermol) scalp application (Pharmacode: 772755).

Affected product

Due to shipping delays, there is a limited supply of Dermol scalp application. Wholesalers will be limiting the stock sent to pharmacies until the next shipment arrives (on allocation). 

  • Chemical: Clobetasol propionate
  • Presentation: Scalp app 0.05%
  • Brand: Dermol
  • Pharmacode: 772755
  • Subsidy: $6.26
  • Measure / Qty: per 30 ml OP

Schedule listing for Dermol(external link)

What this means for people prescribed Dermol

Your pharmacy may not have stock of Dermol scalp application to fill your prescription. You may need to go back to the person who prescribed the Dermol and get a prescription for a different product.

Alternative products

There are a number of other funded treatments, including other presentations of the same chemical or other scalp applications. Prescribers are best placed to advise on a suitable alternative. 

Funded scalp preparations(external link)

There are supply issues affecting related products.

Betamethasone valerate (Beta Scalp)

Hydrocortisone butyrate (Locoid) scalp application

Flier for pharmacists

Who to contact

If you have questions about funding for Beta Scalp or other alternative products, email 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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