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Countdown introduces paracetamol sales limit after student's death

Countdown says it's taken on recommendations from a recent report by the coroner.

$328m viral stunt that actually worked

When it dominated social media feeds six years ago, many wrote it off as a fad.

Student's paracetamol overdose: Coroner calls for tighter sales limits

Paracetamol is widely available but people may not realise the dangers of abusing it.

Douglas Pharmaceuticals shrugs off Covid, raises $10m

Henderson-based pharmaceuticals manufacturer says Covid hasn't put a brake on growth.

Concern over influencer's Panadol push alongside mental health message

The pain reliever brand has partnered with influencer Simone Anderson.

Ebos Group posts record full-year result

Coronavirus pandemic did not negatively impact Ebos Group's FY20 result.

Kiwi medicinal cannabis companies team up in 'landmark' deal

Research and development firm Kāriki Pharma and grower Puro New Zealand join forces.

Australia vaccine deal 'days away'

Australia in 'advanced negotiations' to have a Covid-19 vaccine manufactured.

Mercy dash in Bangalore liberates New Zealand's Prozac

Pharmac says Covid has seen a third of its contractors flag potential supply problems.

Record number of Kiwis get the flu jab before winter

The restrictions to receive the jab have lifted - and 700,000 vaccines are available.

Pharmac won't fund spinal muscular atrophy Spinraza

Funding for Spinraza, drug to help prolong the lives of SMA babies, given lower priority.

Flu, measles jabs still crucial during lockdown: 'We do not want to see measles coming back'

Vaccination is a priority even during lockdown, immunisation expert says.

Covid 19 coronavirus: Stockpiling of medicines putting 'major strain' on supplies

Shortage of birth control pills - unrelated to Covid-19 - is also affecting New Zealand.

Kiwis seek drug hailed by Donald Trump

People have been hospitalised overseas after chloroquine overdoses.

Coronavirus: Pharmac working to minimise supply issues

Douglas Pharmaceuticals details its punishing contract.

Coronavirus: Online pharmacies battling 'supply chain issues'

High demand could be a large reason why stock levels at pharmacies are plummeting.

Inquiry urged after sixth epilepsy drugs switch death

Calls for a Royal Commission of Inquiry have been made after another death.