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16 January 2025

Unavailable Treatments - Cocois Ointment & Polytar Shampoo Update

Cocois Ointment 100g

In January 2025, we received an update from RPH Pharmaceuticals regarding Cocois ointment 100g.

Cocois ointment 100g tubes are currently out of stock with an estimated return to market of March 2025.

Cocois ointment 40g tubes remain available. It is recommended that patients contact their GP to change their prescription and request multiple 40g tubes, to make up their normal prescription.

Enquirers can contact RPH Pharmaceuticals stock availability line on 0845 023 0467 and for further updates.

Polytar Shampoo

In January 2025 we were informed of issues obtaining Polytar shampoo.

The product manufacturers Thornton and Ross, have confirmed the product is currently unavailable and is expected to be back in stock on 3rd February 2025.

Please note, this is an approximate date and Polytar shampoo may return to the market after the 3rd February 2025.

In the meanwhile, you may wish to discuss alternative treatments with your GP or pharmacist. For any other queries, you can contact the Thorton & Ross customer service team on 01484 848200, or by email: customerservices@thorntonross.com.

You can find more information about other currently unavailable treatments here.