Codeine phosphate (Noumed) Tab 60 mg: Supply issue

Supply issue Active

Because of manufacturing delays, the supplier is out of stock of codeine 60 mg tablets (Pharmacode: 2643227)

Affected product

Due to a delay with the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), the supplier is out of stock of the following product:

  • Chemical: Codeine phosphate
  • Presentation: Tab 60 mg
  • Brand: Noumed
  • Pharmacode: 2643227
  • Subsidy: $13.89
  • Measure / Qty: per 100

Schedule listing for codeine(external link)

Alternative product

Other strengths of codeine phosphate tablets remain available and can be used to make up the prescribed strength.

Expected resupply

The supplier expects the next shipment to arrive in early August 2025. It can take another 1 to 2 weeks to reach pharmacies around the motu.

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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