Topicaine (Lidocaine [Lignocaine] hydrochloride with adrenaline and tetracaine hydrochloride): Hospital supply issue

Supply issue Hospital only Active

Biomed, the supplier, advises that there might be a brief out of stock at the end of November of Topicaine (Pharmacode 2288737).

Affected product

Due to a regulatory issue, there may be a brief out of stock of Topicaine (Pharmacode 2288737) in late November 2024.

HML Listing for Topicaine(external link)

Alternative product

Clinical advice suggests lidocaine Inj 2% with adrenaline 1:200,000, 20 ml vial (pharmacode 693200) would be a suitable alternative. We understand that Topicaine is likely used mostly by dental surgeons. 

Please use the larger presentation where possible to reserve the smaller presentation for those who need it most.

Expected resupply 

Biomed advises that the issue is likely to be short-lived.

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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