Pharmac to fund two brands of menopause patches from December

StuffRNZNZ HeraldMonday 16 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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Pharmac has reversed its previous decision and will fund both Estradot and Estradiol TDP Mylan oestradiol patches starting in December. The change follows public backlash regarding the earlier decision to fund only one brand. Patients will be able to access either brand, subject to availability.

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First reported by Stuff, Mon 16 Jun 2025, 11:13am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 4 hours
  1. StuffStuff

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  2. RNZRNZ

    Pharmac to fund two oestrogen patches (opens in new tab)

  3. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Pharmac makes U-turn and will fund Estradot and Mylan oestradiol patches from late 2025 (opens in new tab)