Sunscreen (Marine Blue Lotion SPF 50+): Supply issue

Supply issue Active

BNM, the supplier, is out of stock of funded sunscreen.

Affected product

Due to an unexpected increase in sales, BNM (the supplier) is out of stock. There may still be some stock in the supply chain. 

  • Brand: Marine Blue Lotion SPF 50+
  • Pharmacode: 2454203
  • Subsidy: $6.50
  • Measure / Qty: per 200 g OP

Expected resupply

The supplier expects the next shipment to arrive by mid-February 2026. 

Affected people may need to wait to collect their next prescription of sunscreen.

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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