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Kia ora, Pharmac is proposing to fund ferric derisomaltose (Monofer) in hospitals for people with low iron levels who have experienced low phosphate levels (hypophosphataemia) after other iron infusions.More information about the consultation, including how to provide feedback, is available here   Proposal to fund ferric derisomaltose (Monofer) in hospitals for people who have experienced hypophosphataemia after other iron infusions Public consultation on the proposal will close at 5pm,...

Kia ora   We are writing to inform you of a change for olanzapine depot injections.   Currently, to initiate a patient on treatment with olanzapine depot injection prescribers must submit an Exceptional Circumstances application using a NPPA form. This was implemented to manage the supply issue with olanzapine depot.   Key date: From 1 February 2026 , prescribers will instead be able to submit a Special Authority application to initiate treatment. Patients already on olanzapine depot inj will...

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Discontinuation:   We are writing to remind you that NovoNordisk are rationalising their product range and discontinuing four insulins. Please begin transitioning your patients to suitable alternatives.   Key Dates: PenMix30 Penfill 3ml Supply of the PenMix30 ended October 2025. The remaining stock expires in April 2026. This will be delisted (no longer funded) 1 May 2026. Please see advice:  NZSSD Guidance: Discontinuation of Penmix30 and Penmix50 and Mixtard 30 , July 2024. Note this advice...

The Misuse of Drugs (Medicinal Cannabis) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations) set the minimum quality standard that medicinal cannabis products and ingredients must meet before they can be supplied in New Zealand. Importers, manufacturers, and suppliers must apply for assessment and provide evidence to the Medicinal Cannabis Agency to verify that their products meet the minimum quality standard. Aurora Night Ride has been verified as meeting the minimum quality standard. Aurora Big Wave has...

We're starting the year with a flurry of premium content for you, and if you're thinking about coming to the Goodfellow Symposium in March, today is the last day to nab a bargain:  Goodfellow Symposium 2026 Medical ethics PODCAST episode: Professor Angela Ballantyne discusses some commonly encountered medical ethics cases in general practice.  Episode here   Adult ADHD: From diagnosis to long-term management WEBINAR 3 February, 7.30pm: Join Psychiatrist David Codyre who will provide practical...