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IT ATC N05BA12 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Alprazolam shortage in Italy
Is there an Alprazolam shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Alprazolam products are reported short in Italy, the first since 10 Sep 2025. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026 (latest 30 Jun 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Ireland, Belgium, Sweden, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | ALPRAZOLAM ZENTIVA | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 10 Sep 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | ALPRAZOLAM PENSA | TOWA PHARMACEUTICAL S.P.A. | 1 Jul 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | ALPRAZOLAM PENSA anticipated | TOWA PHARMACEUTICAL S.P.A. | 1 Dec 2026 | 30 Jun 2027 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | ALPRAZOLAM PENSA anticipated | TOWA PHARMACEUTICAL S.P.A. | 15 Dec 2026 | 30 Jun 2027 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.