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NZ ATC N01BB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Bupivacaine shortage in New Zealand
Is there a Bupivacaine shortage in New Zealand?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Bupivacaine product is reported short in New Zealand, the first since 25 Mar 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in United States, Canada, Italy, Austria, Czechia, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in New Zealand
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | Bupivacaine hydrochloride (Marcain) Inj 5 mg per ml, 10 ml ampoule | 25 Mar 2026 | not given | Not stated |
Source
Pharmac (Pharmaceutical Management Agency), medicine notices. Official list. Supply issues and discontinuations of funded medicines that Pharmac has notified; one row per notice.