Latanoprost (Eye drops 0.005%): Supply issue resolved
Due to a delayed shipment, the supplier has constrained supply of Latanoprost Teva eye drops (Pharmacode 2553139).
2 April 2025 Update
Stock levels have returned to normal.
Affected product
Teva, the supplier, due to a delayed air freight flight of latanoprost eye drops, a supply issue may have affected this product.
- Chemical: Latanoprost
- Brand: Latanoprost Teva
- Pharmacode: 2553139
- Subsidy: $2.08
- Measure / Qty: per 2.5 ml OP
Alternative options
We understand that bimatoprost may be a suitable alternative. However, people would need to discuss the best options with their prescriber and will need a new prescription.
Prescribers may find the Auckland Eye Manual a useful resource for considering alternative treatments if latanoprost is unavailable.
Auckland Eye Manual | AucklandEye website [PDF](external link)
Resupplied April 2025
Shipments have arrived and stock has returned to normal levels.
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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