Paracetamol (500 mg suppository): Supply issue
The supplier advises that there is limited supply of paracetamol 500 mg suppositories (Pharmacode: 2552663).
Affected product
The supplier advises that it is effectively out of stock of:
- Chemical: Paracetamol
- Presentation: Suppos 500 mg
- Brand: Gacet
- Pharmacode: 2552663
- Subsidy: $16.55
- Measure / Qty: per 50
Other strengths and presentations of paracetamol remain available.
Schedule listing for paracetamol(external link)
Alternative products
There is likely some stock in the supply chain, so we hope this issue may not reach patients. But we ask that people reserve the suppositories for those who cannot take other forms of paracetamol or other analgesics.
We have received clinical advice that patients may be able to use other forms of paracetamol or other analgesics.
Expected resupply mid December 2024
The supplier has expedited the next shipment. It is expected to arrive by mid-December 2024. It can take another 1 to 2 weeks to reach pharmacies around the motu.
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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