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ATC N01AH02 · Anesthetics
Alfentanil shortage
As of 31 Oct 2026, Alfentanil has a reported shortage in 2 of the 5 countries we track (Italy, Austria), covering 3 products.
Countries2/5
Products3packs or presentations
Short since8 Aug 20242.2 years ago
Earliest returnnot givencompany estimate
No return date3products
Main reasonManufacturing problem
Timeline
ItalyAustria
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Affected products
| Country | Product | Holder | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | ALFENTANIL PIRAMAL | PIRAMAL CRITICAL CARE ITALIA S.P.A. | 13 Sep 2024 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| AT | Rapifen 1 mg - Ampullen, 5 Stück | Piramal Critical Care B.V. | 8 Aug 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung |
| AT | Rapifen 5 mg - Ampullen, 5 Stück | Piramal Critical Care B.V. | 8 Aug 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.