Propofol (10 mg per ml) 50 ml and 100 ml vials: Supply issue resolved
Fresenius Kabi, the supplier, was experiencing manufacturing delays, affecting the supply of propofol 50 ml (Pharmacode: 2444011) and 100 ml (Pharmacode: 2444038) vials.
28 May 2025 Update
Another shipment has arrived. Fresenius Kabi (the supplier) is working to get it released and fill back orders as soon as possible.
Affected products
Since April 2025, Fresenius Kabi has been managing the stock of the following products to ensure a fair distribution to wholesalers and hospitals. We are advised that stock levels are now critically low and there may not be enough to meet current demand. Despite future planned deliveries, some surgeries across New Zealand may be impacted because of this supply issue.
Propofol
Presentation: Inj 10 mg per ml, 50 ml vial
- Brand: Fresofol 1% MCT/LCT
- Pharmacode: 2444011
- Price: $19.50
- Measure / Qty: per 10
Presentation: Inj 10 mg per ml, 100 ml vial
- Brand: Fresofol 1% MCT/LCT
- Pharmacode: 2444038
- Price: $39.00
- Measure / Qty: per 10
HML listing for propofol(external link)
Shipment arrived end May
The shipment expected in May has arrived and product has been released.
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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