Liraglutide (Victoza): Supply issue resolved
Due to increase in demand and a delayed shipment, stock of liraglutide (Pharmacode: 2653990) was limited.
5 March 2026 | Update
Shipments of liraglutide continue to arrive. The supplier has removed limits on ordering this product. The supplier expects to be able to meet full demand.
Affected product
The supplier has removed its limitation on how much stock of liraglutide it releases (it is no longer on allocation).
Liraglutide
- Presentation: Inj 6 mg per ml, 3 ml prefilled pen
- Brand: Victoza
- Pharmacode: 2653990
- Subsidy: $383.72
- Measure / Qty: per 3
Stock continuing to arrive
Shipments of liraglutide continue to arrive. We are continuing to monitor the supply situation to ensure adequate supply for everyone in New Zealand that takes liraglutide.
Alternative treatment
Another GLP-1 agonist is available, dulaglutide. A prescriber will need to discuss whether this option is appropriate for affected people. A new prescription and new Special Authority will be needed.
Schedule listing for dulaglutide(external link)
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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