Morphine sulphate (inj 1 mg per ml 50 ml syringes): Hospital supply issue resolved

Biomed had limited stock of the morphine 1 mg/ml 50 ml syringe (Pharmacode: 2526026).

13 November 2025 | Resupply underway

Stock is now being released by Biomed. It may take some time to make its way through the supply chain to hospitals.

Affected product

Biomed has limited stock of the following product:  

  • Brand: Biomed
  • Presentation: Inj 1 mg per ml, 50 ml syringe
  • Pharmacode: 2526026
  • Price: $63.75
  • Measure / Qty: per 5

Alternative products

Other presentations are available, including the 100 ml bag (Pharmacode 2526034). The 10 ml syringes are also available however they are also affected by a supply issue.

Schedule listing for morphine sulphate(external link)

Supply issue affecting Biomed 10 ml syringes

Resupplied November 2025

Biomed began releasing stock in November 2025.

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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