Rosuvastatin (all strengths): Supply issue

Affected product

Due to disruptions at the factory, Rosuvastatin Viatris tablets are not available. 

Schedule listings for rosuvastatin(external link)

People who take rosuvastatin

If you take rosuvastatin, you may be dispensed Rosuvastatin Mylan. 

Same active ingredient, in the same amount 

Please be assured, whether it's Viatris or Mylan, your medicine has the same amount of active ingredient and is designed to work in your body the same way. 

We have funded the Mylan brand to ensure you can continue to access your treatment. 

Medsafe approved

Medsafe, the government agency responsible for medicine safety, has reviewed the Mylan brand and approved it for sale in New Zealand. They have made sure they meet New Zealand standards of safety, quality, and effectiveness. 

Alternative brand

The pack size for Rosuvastatin Mylan remains unchanged. The subsidy is the same as for Rosuvastatin Viatris. The Mylan brand is available for wholesalers to order from Viatris.

Full details, including Pharmacodes, are listed in the Schedule.

Schedule listings for rosuvastatin(external link)

Medsafe approved

Rosuvastatin Mylan has received Medsafe approval for use in New Zealand, so it can be prescribed and dispensed as usual. The datasheet and CMI sheet are available on Medsafe's website.

Datasheet for Rosuvastatin Mylan [PDF, 134 MB](external link)

CMI for Rosuvastatin Mylan Film coated tablet [PDF, 341 MB](external link)

Rosuvastatin Viatris expected late 2026/early 2027

Viatris will continue to supply the Mylan brand until the Viatris brand is available again. 

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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