Cocaine hydrochloride (Biomed) Soln 4%, 2 ml: Hospital supply issue
Due to manufacturing issues, Biomed is out of stock of the 4% solution of cocaine hydrochloride (Pharmacode: 461202).
Affected product
Biomed's cocaine hydrochloride 4% solution, 2 ml syringe is out of stock.
- Brand: Biomed
- Pharmacode: 461202
- Price: $30.77
- Measure / Qty: per 1
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Alternative product
Clinicians will need to decide the most appropriate alternative for their patients.
Expected resupply
Biomed is still working through the manufacturing issue. Biomed will provide an update to hospitals once more information is available.
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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