Oxytocin (BNM) 10 iu per mL: Supply issue resolved
BNM the supplier of Oxytocin BNM 10 iu per ml has advised it is out of stock of the contracted 5 pack (Pharmacode 2577046).
Affected product
This issue is caused by higher than normal sales.
- Chemical: Oxytocin
- Brand: Oxytocin BNM
- Presentation: Inj 10 iu per ml, 1 ml ampoule
- Pharmacode: 2577046
Alternative product
Oxytocin Panpharma was listed on the Community Schedule on 1 August 2023. Note the alternative product comes in a 10 pack. The Panpharma brand is Medsafe approved.
- Chemical: Oxytocin
- Brand: Oxytocin Phanpharma
- Presentation: Inj 10 iu per ml, 1 ml ampoule
- Pack size: 10 Pack
- Pharmacode: 2658275
Even though it's not listed in the HML, hospitals can order this Medsafe-registered product.
Resupplied
As at April 2024, we have had confirmation that the contracted product is available again.
Who to contact
If you have questions about this supply 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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