
This handy list provides you with the names and prices of the diabetes medicines currently available in New Zealand.
The list shows you the class, active ingredient, brand name and whether the medicine is subsidised/funded by the New Zealand government. If the medicine is not funded, we list the great ZOOM Pharmacy online price.
You may also be interested to read about common side effects of diabetes medications.
Have a question about your diabetes medications?
You can talk to one of our friendly, highly trained ZOOM pharmacists on FreePhone 0508 966 622. All conversations are confidential and will be specific to you.
Free prescriptions, and diabetes medicines delivered to your door
With ZOOM Pharmacy get FREE* prescriptions, and your diabetes medication delivered directly to your door anywhere in New Zealand. Simply send ZOOM your prescription. You can do this:
- through your patient portal, or
- tell your medical centre to send it, or
- take a photo and securely upload your prescription, or
- freepost/courier it yourself.
A pharmacist will then get in touch and take it from there.
Get FREE* prescriptions with ZOOM Pharmacy! And if you are on 4 or more medicines, you can get FREE handy sachet-packing and FREE delivery as well.
*Terms & conditions apply. Free prescriptions for fully funded medicines only – no $5 standard subsidised prescription charge will apply. Other charges relating to specialist’s or dentist’s prescriptions may apply. ‘Special foods’ may incur a higher delivery fee.
Written by Paul Taylor
Paul Taylor is a New Zealand–based healthcare content writer with 5+ years’ experience creating patient friendly articles for online pharmacies and health platforms. He specialises in accessible condition guides, prescription FAQs, OTC advice, and health & wellbeing tips, translating complex medicines or health condition information into clear, actionable content. Paul collaborates with the ZOOM Pharmacy clinical team and bases every article on authoritative sources, peer reviewed journals and national clinical guidelines to ensure evidence based, up to date content. His goal is to help readers feel empowered to make informed decisions about their medicines and wellbeing. This content is general information only and does not replace professional medical advice.