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NZ ATC N06BA04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Methylphenidate shortage in New Zealand
Is there a Methylphenidate shortage in New Zealand?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Methylphenidate product is reported short in New Zealand, the first since 8 Aug 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in United States, Canada, France, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, Japan, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in New Zealand
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | Methylphenidate | 8 Aug 2023 | 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.