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Has zanubrutinib been funded by Pharmac for the treatment of relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma; and if not, is it under consideration for funding?

Answered Question 18916 (2026)
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Asked by

Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Has zanubrutinib been funded by Pharmac for the treatment of relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma; and if not, is it under consideration for funding?

Answered by

Hon David Seymour

Member for Epsom · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Health

Answer

No, zanubrutinib is not currently funded by Pharmac for the treatment of relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma. I am advised by Pharmac that zanubrutinib has been assessed and added to the Options for Investment List, and may be considered for funding should sufficient budget become available. I refer the Member to the following link for more information: https://connect.pharmac.govt.nz/apptracker/s/application-public/a102P00000BaaQE/p001913