Epoetin alfa (Binocrit) inj 40,000 iu in 1 ml: Supply issue resolved
Supply had been limited because of an increase in demand and the long lead time needed to make more of this medicine.
Affected product
- Chemical: Epoetin alfa
- Presentation: Inj 40,000 iu in 1 ml, syringe
- Brand: Binocrit
- Pharmacode: 2559862
- Subsidy: $250.00
- Measure / Qty: per 1
Epoetin alfa Schedule listing(external link)
Alternatives
All other strengths of epoetin alfa remain available.
Resupplied January 2026
A shipment of the product has arrived. However, as it has to be kept in a fridge, it may take another 2 or more weeks to reach pharmacies.
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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