Venlafaxine (Enlafax XR 150 mg): Supply issue

Supply issue Active

Due to manufacturing delays, the supplier is out of stock of the 150 mg Enlafax XR (Pharmacode: 2509237)

Affected product:

Due to manufacturing delays, Viatris (the supplier) is out of stock of the following product. There is a small amount of stock in the supply chain, pharmacies should check with their wholesaler.

Chemical: Venlafaxine

  • Presentation: Cap 150 mg
  • Brand: Enlafax XR
  • Pharmacode: 2509237
  • Subsidy: $13.95
  • Measure / Qty: per 84

Schedule listing for venlafaxine(external link)

Other strengths of venlafaxine are not affected by this supply issue.

Alternative treatment

The supplier's medical team advises that people can use 2 x 75 mg, where the 150mg is unavailable.

People should check with their prescriber or pharmacist of this option is right for them. 

Expected resupply mid-August 2025

Viatris expect to have more stock to the wholesaler by mid-August 2025. It can take another 1 to 2 weeks to reach pharmacies around Aotearoa. 

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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