Dinoprostone (Prostin E2) Vaginal gel 2 mg in 3 g: Hospital supply issue

Supply issue Hospital only Active

There is a supply issue affecting dinoprostone (Prostin E2) Vaginal gel 2 mg in 3 g (Pharmacode: 703877)

Affected product

Due to significantly higher than expected demand, the supplier has limited stock remaining of the following product:

Dinoprostone

  • Presentation: Vaginal gel 2 mg in 3 g
  • Brand: Prostin E2
  • Pharmacode: 703877
  • Price: $82.33
  • Measure / Qty: per 1

HML Listing for dinoprostone(external link)

The 1 mg in 3 g strength remains available.

Alternative product

We are seeking clinical advice on a suitable alternative.

October 2025 resupply

The supplier expects the next shipment to arrive in October 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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