Norimin (Ethinyloestradiol with norethisterone): Supply issue

Supply issue Active

There is a supply issue affecting Norimin oral contraceptive (Pharmacode 410691)

Affected product

Due to an unexpected delay in sourcing the active ingredient, norethisterone, there is a supply issue affecting Norimin oral contraceptive.

  • Chemical: Ethinyloestradiol with norethisterone
  • Presentation: Tab 35 mcg with norethisterone 500 mcg 
  • Brand: Norimin
  • Pharmacode: 410691
  • Subsidy: $21.99
  • Measure / Qty: per 84

Schedule listing for Norimin(external link)

Three-month dispensing

All-at-once (stat) dispensing does not currently apply to this product. People can only collect three-months' supply at a time. We will reconsider all-at-once dispensing once the supply issue is resolved.

Expected resolution

Pfizer has asked their manufacturer to prioritise this product. We will update this page once more details are available from Pfizer.

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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