Testosterone undecanoate (Steril-Gene) 40 mg capsules
Link, the supplier, will run out of Steril-Gene 40 mg capsules (Pharmacode 2636840) before they are resupplied at the end of May 2025.
Affected product
Link, the supplier, advises that it will run out of the 40 mg Steril-Gene capsules before the capsules are resupplied. Depending on stock levels held by wholesalers, this supply issue may not affect people who take Steril-Gene. Other testosterone products are unaffected by this supply issue.
Chemical: Testosterone undecanoate
- Presentation: Cap 40 mg
- Brand: Steril-Gene (section 29)
- Pharmacode: 2636840
- Subsidy: $36.00
- Measure / Qty: per 100
Schedule listing for Steril-Gene(external link)
No new patients limit: This product is only funded for people who were taking testosterone undecanoate cap 40mg before 1 November 2021.
Alternative products
There are other funded testosterone products. Pharmac has received advice that these alternatives may be suitable short-term replacements for Steril-Gene.
Testosterone products listed in the Pharmaceutical Schedule(external link)
People will need to talk to a health care professional to find the best available option and get a new prescription.
Resupply expected end May 2025
Link is expecting its next shipment of Steril-Gene capsules at the end of May. It could take another 1 to 2 weeks for stock to reach pharmacies around the motu.
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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