Olopatadine (Eye drops 0.1%): Supply issue

Last Updated: 7 May 2025

Supply issue Active

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

7 May 2025 | Stock has arrived

The supplier advises that stock has arrived. It can take another 1 to 2 weeks to reach pharmacies around the motu.

We are working with the supplier to understand when the next shipment is due.

Teva, the supplier, advises that its recent air freight flight of olopatadine eye drops was delayed.

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

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

The supplier advises that stock has arrived. It can take another 1 to 2 weeks to reach pharmacies around the motu.

We are working with the supplier to understand when the next shipment is due.

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.