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New supply notices Colifoam (hydrocortisone acetate rectal foam) Colifoam (Pharmacode: 2611120) may go out of stock during October 2026. Two alternative products are funded from 8 October. Details are on the website. Colifoam (hydrocortisone acetate rectal foam) Venlafaxine (Enlafax XR) 75 mg capsule The supplier expects to run out this product (Pharmacode: 2713411) by mid-October. We have funded an alternative from 8 October. Details are on the website. Venlafaxine (Enlafax XR) 75 mg...

Our latest CPD options for you: Opioid substitution treatment There have been significant developments in OST provision in primary care and community pharmacies. These two short courses provide guidance and updated clinical advice: Opioid substitution treatment in primary care: For clinicians authorised to prescribe OST for specific clients under a specialist OST service. Opioid substitution treatment services in community pharmacies: Operational aspects of providing OST, methadone and...

Looking for a role that combines professional satisfaction with an incredible lifestyle? At Taupō Health Centre, we are proud to provide high-quality, equitable healthcare to our community – and we would love you to join us. Our clinic is a busy General Practice with an on-site Urgent Care Clinic, caring for approximately for 11,000 enrolled patients, as well as providing care for casual patients. We also provide after-hours support on Saturdays and Public Holidays on a rostered basis in...

Nurse Practitioner Primary Care—Make an Impact, Without Giving Up Balance Bring your expertise to a trusted general practice where you’ll have the autonomy to lead care, the support to thrive and the time to enjoy life beyond work. Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner looking for a role where your judgement is trusted, your ideas are welcomed and your work creates a lasting difference? This is your opportunity to practise at the top of your scope in a team that genuinely values what...

Below is the latest information on Pharmac consultations, notifications, and supply issues for Primary Care Prescribers for week 2 October 2026. It includes information on: Reminders Resolved Supply Issues Discontinuation Reminder: Sodium valproate (Epilim) 100mg crushable tablets Sanofi expects that stock will be available until the end of November 2026. Please transition affected patients as soon as possible. For more information Epilim discontinuation on Pharmac website Coversyl tablets...

Collaborative and impactful role New Zealand Nurse Practitioner contributing to the School’s registered Nurse Prescriber and Nurse Practitioner programmes Great Team Environment Part-time (0.6FTE), permanent position working at AUTs North Campus (Akoranga) Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000...