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ATC A11GA01 · Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Plain · updated 2 Nov 2026
Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Czechia), covering 2 products from 1 company.
Is there an Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Czechia. The earliest expected return is 4 Jan 2027 (Czechia). New since 3 Oct 2026: Czechia.
Timeline
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.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ | CELASKON POMERANČ 100MG 100MG TBL NOB 30 | Zentiva, k.s., Praha | 26 Oct 2026 | 4 Jan 2027 | Manufacturing problem Výrobní důvody |
| CZ | CELASKON 250MG 250MG TBL NOB 100 anticipated | Zentiva, k.s., Praha | 9 Nov 2026 | 15 Jan 2027 | Manufacturing problem Výrobní důvody |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there an Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Czechia. The earliest expected return is 4 Jan 2027 (Czechia). New since 3 Oct 2026: Czechia.
When will Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) be back in stock?
Companies expect supply back from 4 Jan 2027 in Czechia; Czechia: 4 Jan 2027. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: manufacturing problem. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) shortages?
Zentiva.