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NZ ATC L01BB02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Mercaptopurine shortage in New Zealand
Is there a Mercaptopurine shortage in New Zealand?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Mercaptopurine product is reported short in New Zealand, the first since 20 Jun 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in New Zealand
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | Mercaptopurine (Allmercap) Oral suspension 20 mg per ml | 20 Jun 2024 | 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.