Fluticasone propionate (Flixonase Hayfever & Allergy) Metered aqueous nasal spray: Supply issue resolved

Last Updated: 19 November 2024

Since March 2024, Flixonase metered nasal spray (Pharmacode 2407000) faced supply availability issues.

19 November 2024 update

The supplier is restocked and has shipped stock to wholesalers this week. It may take another 1 to 2 weeks for stock to reach pharmacies around the motu.

Affected product

Due to higher than expected demand, the supplier, Haleon, was out of stock of:

Chemical: Fluticasone propionate
Presentation: Metered aqueous nasal spray, 50 mcg per dose
Brand: Flixonase Hayfever & Allergy
Pharmacode: 2407000
Subsidy: $1.98
Measure / Qty: per 120 dose OP

Resupplied November 2024

The supplier advises that it has returned to normal stock levels following a large shipment arriving in November 2024.

Funded alternatives available

There is not time to source and list a replacement product before Flixonase Hayfever & Allergy is resupplied. There are other funded products that treat the same condition.

Allergy prophylactics listed in the Schedule(external link)

Unfortunately, people will need a new prescription for the alternative product. We apologise for the inconvenience that the supply issue causes.

Who to contact

If you have questions about this issue, email enquiry@pharmac.govt.nz

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