Hydroxocobalamin (Panpharma) 1 mg / ml ampoules: Supply constraint

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The supplier has limited stock of Hydroxocobalamin Panpharma 1 mg/ml ampoules (Pharmacode: 2637391).

1 October 2026 | Stock in New Zealand

A shipment has arrived in New Zealand. The supplier expects to release stock to wholesalers during the week beginning 12 October. It can still take another 2 or 3 weeks to reach pharmacies around the country.

Affected product

The supplier has been limiting supply until the next shipment arrives. Wholesalers and pharmacies may not receive as much stock as they would normally. 

  • Chemical: Hydroxocobalamin
  • Presentation: Inj 1 mg per ml, 1 ml ampoule
  • Brand: Hydroxocobalamin Panpharma
  • Pharmacode: 2637391
  • Subsidy: $3.95
  • Measure / Qty: per 3

Schedule listing for hydroxocobalamin(external link)

We're sorry

We know any changes to supply can cause disruption. The supplier is working hard to ensure people can continue to access this treatment.

Expected resupply mid-October 2026

A shipment arrived early October. The supplier expects to release stock to wholesalers during the week beginning 12 October 2026. It may take another 2 or 3 weeks for that stock to reach pharmacies around the country. 

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.

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