Mometasone furoate (Elocon) 0.1%: Supply issues
The supplier is out of stock of the Elocon ointment 15 g pack (Pharmacode: 218383) and 50 g cream (Pharmacode: 2395738).
Affected mometasone products
Due to a previous supply issue relating to the 50 g mometasone ointment, the supplier is now out of stock of two other presentations/pack sizes of mometasone.
| Presentation | Pack size | Pharmacode | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ointment | 50 g | 2395746 | Available |
| Ointment | 15 g | 218383 | Out of stock |
| Cream | 50 g | 2395738 | Out of stock |
| Cream | 15 g | 218375 | Available |
Schedule listings for mometasone(external link)
The mometasone lotion is unaffected by this supply issue.
Alternative product
The 50 g ointment, 15 g cream, and 30 ml lotion are available.
People may need a new prescription if they cannot get the same pack sizes/presentations on repeat. They may like to consider waiting to pick up their repeat until the right product is available again.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Expected resupply
Cream 50 g (Pharmacode: 2395738) expected end February 2026
Ointment 15 g (Pharmacode: 218383) expected mid-March 2026
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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