Liraglutide (Victoza): Supply issue
Due to increase in demand and a delayed shipment, stock of liraglutide (Pharmacode: 2653990) is limited.
Affected product
The supplier is limiting how much stock of liraglutide it releases (it is on allocation). This will help make the existing stock last until the next shipment arrives. This means pharmacists may not have stock to dispense.
We are sorry. We know that consistent access to this medicine is important. We are working closely with the supplier to understand how to avoid similar issues in the future.
Liraglutide
- Presentation: Inj 6 mg per ml, 3 ml prefilled pen
- Brand: Victoza
- Pharmacode: 2653990
- Subsidy: $383.72
- Measure / Qty: per 3
Resupply expected September 2025
The next shipment of liraglutide is expected to arrive in September 2025. It can take another 1 to 2 weeks to reach pharmacies around New Zealand Aotearoa.
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 required.
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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