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DE ATC G04BE01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Alprostadil shortage in Germany

Is there an Alprostadil shortage in Germany?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Alprostadil products are reported short in Germany, the first since 16 Mar 2023. The company estimate for the return is 15 Jan 2028. Main reason: other.

Also short in Canada. All countries.

Affected products in Germany

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
DEMuse 1000 mikrogrammViatris Healthcare GmbH16 Mar 202315 Jan 2028Other
Sonstige
DEMuse 1000 mikrogrammViatris Healthcare GmbH16 Mar 202315 Jan 2028Other
Sonstige
DEMuse 1000 mikrogrammViatris Healthcare GmbH16 Mar 202315 Jan 2028Other
Sonstige
DEMuse 500 mikrogrammViatris Healthcare GmbH16 Mar 202315 Jan 2028Other
Sonstige
DEMuse 500 mikrogrammViatris Healthcare GmbH16 Mar 202315 Jan 2028Other
Sonstige
DEMuse 500 mikrogrammViatris Healthcare GmbH16 Mar 202315 Jan 2028Other
Sonstige

Source

BfArM (Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices), via PharmNet.Bund. Official list. Supply-relevant medicines reported under a voluntary self-commitment; mostly hospital-relevant products.