Alfacalcidol (One-Alpha) cap 1 mcg: Supply issue
Due to an increase in demand, supply of alfacalcidol 1 mcg capsules is limited (Pharmacode: 203092).
Affected product
Due to a shipping delay and increased demand, Link (the supplier) has limited supply of the following product:
Presentation: Cap 1 mcg
- Brand: One-Alpha
- Pharmacode: 203092
- Subsidy: $87.98
- Measure / Qty: per 100
Schedule listing for alfacalcidol(external link)
There was a recent supply issue affecting the oral liquid and 0.25 mcg capsules.
Alternative products
If the 1 mcg capsules are unavailable, people can use the oral liquid or 0.25 mcg capsules. There also may be suitable alternative vitamin D treatment. A new prescription may be needed.
- General Supply Issue A5 Flier [PDF 111 KB]
Expected resupply March 2026
The next shipment is currently expected in March 2026. The supplier is working on bringing this forward.
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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