Supply Issues Mediplus Ltd Pessaries Multiple Products (ICN 1939)

• The supplier Mediplus Ltd has informed us that the supply issue with its Pessary products is still ongoing.
• 40 of the original 225 product codes are now suspended.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• 180 of the affected product codes do not have alternatives available to order.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 30 April 2023.

Change:

• The supplier Mediplus Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Pessary products. There are 225 product codes affected, including 22 NCP products.
• The supply issue is due to silicone shortages and an increase in demand due to another supplier having stock issues.

Impact:          

• The affected product codes are currently unavailable to order.
• Potential direct alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by March 2023.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential direct alternative products.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisation’s use of these products.