Glucagon hydrochloride (Glucagen Hypokit): Supply issue
There is a supply issue affecting Glucagon hydrochloride (Glucagen Hypokit - Pharmacode 462519).
7 February 2025
The global supply issue continues to affect Glucagen Hypokits. The supplier is managing the supply of this product to try to ensure a fair distribution of the stock (ie, on allocation). Supply is unlikely to increase in the foreseeable future.
Reason for issue
Resupply has been challenging due to a global issue affecting the Glucagen Hypokits.
Glucagon hydrochloride (Glucagen Hypokit) schedule listing(external link)
Expected resupply
The supplier does not expect to be able to increase the allocation to New Zealand in the foreseeable future.
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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