Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid) 100 mg capsules: Expiry date removed

After reviewing stability study results from the supplier (Te Arai BioFarma), Medsafe has removed the expiry date from Macrobid modified-release 100 mg capsules. 

Macrobid modified release capsule data sheet - Medsafe website(external link)

Originally listed with a 30-day expiry date

When Pharmac originally listed the product, in October 2020 there was a 30-day expiry date after opening the bottle. This created some concern around the amount of product that would need to be disposed of.

In February 2021, Medsafe extended the expiry date to 90 days and Pharmac applied wastage rules to the listing. Now that no expiry date applies, Pharmac is reviewing whether wastage will continue to apply.

Update to decision to list nitrofurantoin modified-release 100 mg capsules (Macrobid)

Community Schedule listing for Macrobid 100 mg capsules(external link)

Who to contact

If you have any questions about this product, contact the supplier Te Arai BioFarma(external link)

If you have questions about the funding for the product, email enquiry@pharmac.govt.nz