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NZ ATC R06AX13 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Loratadine shortage in New Zealand

Is there a Loratadine shortage in New Zealand?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Loratadine product is reported short in New Zealand, the first since 27 Oct 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Austria, Belgium, Sweden, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in New Zealand

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
NZLoratadine (Noumed) 10 mg27 Oct 2026not givenNot 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.