Olopatadine (Eye drops 0.1%): Supply issue

Supply issue Active

Due to a delayed shipment, the supplier may run out of Olopatadine Teva eye drops (Pharmacode 2588048).

23 April 2025 | Update

Resupply has been delayed. The supplier is arranging air freight. We will advise the estimated arrival date when it is available.

Affected product

Teva, the supplier, advises that its next air freight flight of olopatadine eye drops has been delayed. 

  • Chemical: Olopatadine
  • Brand: Olopatadine Teva
  • Pharmacode: 2588048
  • Subsidy: $2.17
  • Measure / Qty: per 5 ml OP

Alternative options

Prescribers may find the Auckland Eye Manual a useful resource for considering alternative treatments if olopatadine is unavailable.

Auckland Eye Manual | AucklandEye website [PDF](external link)

NZ Formulary gives a range of funded and unfunded anti-inflammatory eye preparations

NZ Formulary | Other anti-inflammatory preparations(external link)

Expected resupply 

Resupply has been delayed. We will advise when the new stock is expected to arrive. 

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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