Betamethasone dipropionate (Diprosone): Supply issue
Due to a manufacturing delay, the 0.05% (15g) of Diprosone cream and the 0.05% (50g) of Diprosone ointment are out of stock.
Affected products
|
Presentation |
Pack Size |
Pharmacode |
Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Cream |
15 g |
201839 |
Out of Stock at Supplier |
|
Cream |
50 g |
210870 |
Available |
|
Ointment |
15 g |
210889 |
Available |
|
Ointment |
50 g |
210897 |
Out of Stock at Supplier |
Schedule listing for betamethasone dipropionate (Diprosone)(external link)
Alternative product
Alternative pack sizes are available for both the ointment and cream. We understand that this may create claiming difficulties and apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Expected resupply
The next shipment for both the 15g cream and 50g ointment is expected to arrive in New Zealand by mid-July. It may take another 1-2 weeks for this to distribute through the supply chain.
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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