Clobetasol propionate (Dermol scalp app): Supply issue resolved
There was a brief supply affecting clobetasol propionate (Dermol) scalp application (Pharmacode: 772755).
27 February 2025 Update
Stock has arrived and is being sent to wholesalers. It will likely be another 1 to 2 weeks before stock reaches pharmacies around the motu.
Affected product
Due to shipping delays, there has been a limited supply of Dermol scalp application. Wholesalers will be limiting the stock sent to pharmacies. Stock is likely to run out before the next shipment arrives.
- 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.
Flier for pharmacists
- General Supply Issue A5 Flier [PDF 112 KB]
Resupplied February 2025
Stock arrived late February and is being sent to wholesalers. It will likely be another 1 to 2 weeks before stock reaches pharmacies around the motu.
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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