PHARMAC is proposing to remove 'stat' dispensing (i.e. three months all-at-once dispensing) on several pharmaceuticals used to treat common conditions eg hydrocortisone cream, prednisone oral liquid, Beta Creams, Dermol, Epilim etc. as they believe the costs outweigh savings from reduced dispensing fees. NZNO is concerned about the impact on vulnerable consumers, including children.

Feedback Due: Please send comments to Senior Policy Analyst: marilynh@nzno.org.nz by 23 January 2015