Ultraproct (suppositories and ointment): Supply issue
Because of delays at the factory where Ultraproct is made, these products are now out of stock.
Both suppositories and ointment are out of stock
Because of a delays at the factory where Ultraproct is made, it is unavailable for the second half of 2025.
The active ingredients in Ultraproct are fluocortolone caproate with fluocortolone pivalate and cinchocaine.
Schedule listing for Ultraproct(external link)
Alternative product available: Proctosedyl
We have received clinical advice that Proctosedyl may a suitable funded alternative. It is available as both a suppository and an ointment.
People who cannot access Ultraproct will need a new prescription. Proctosedyl has different active ingredients. Those ingredients are hydrocortisone with cinchocaine.
Flier for pharmacists to support conversations with affected people
- General Supply Issue A5 Flier [PDF 112 KB]
Expected resupply December 2025
The supplier anticipates that normal supply will resume by the end of 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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