Codeine (15 mg, 30 mg, 60 mg tablets): Supply issue
Due to shipping delays, the supplier has limited supplies of all strengths of codeine.
Affected products
All three strengths of Noumed brand codeine are affected by a shipping delay.
Chemical: Codeine phosphate
| Presentation | Pharmacode | Subsidy | Measure / Qty | Supply status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tab 15 mg | 2643200 | $5.82 | per 100 | Low stock |
| Tab 30 mg | 2643219 | $6.88 | per 100 | No stock |
| Tab 60 mg | 2643227 | $13.89 | per 100 | Low stock |
Schedule listing for codeine phosphate(external link)
Alternatives
Pharmac is working closely with the supplier and wholesalers to manage the supply issue. However, there will likely be times when codeine is not available.
Prescribers, please consider alternative treatments where clinically appropriate.
Expected resolution
The next shipment is expected to arrive in mid-November. It can take another 1 to 2 weeks for product to reach pharmacies around New Zealand Aotearoa.
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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