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NZ ATC R03AC02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Salbutamol shortage in New Zealand
Is there a Salbutamol shortage in New Zealand?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Salbutamol product is reported short in New Zealand, the first since 2 Jul 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in New Zealand
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | Salbutamol (Asthalin) nebuliser 1 mg and 2 mg per ml | 2 Jul 2025 | 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.