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NZ ATC C10BA02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Simvastatin and Ezetimibe shortage in New Zealand

Is there a Simvastatin and Ezetimibe shortage in New Zealand?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Simvastatin and Ezetimibe product is reported short in New Zealand, the first since 23 Apr 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Germany, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in New Zealand

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
NZEzetimibe with simvastatin (Zimybe) all strengths23 Apr 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.