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IE ATC C10AA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Atorvastatin shortage in Ireland
Is there an Atorvastatin shortage in Ireland?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Atorvastatin products are reported short in Ireland, the first since 14 Mar 2025. The company estimate for the return is 14 Nov 2026 (latest 16 Jan 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Ireland
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE | Atorvastatin Viatris 40 mg film-coated tablets | Viatris Limited | 14 Mar 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Manufacturing delay |
| IE | Atorvastatin Viatris 20 mg film-coated tablets | Viatris Limited | 28 Apr 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Manufacturing delay |
| IE | Atorvastatin Viatris 80 mg film-coated tablets | Viatris Limited | 1 Aug 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Manufacturing delay |
| IE | Atorvastatin 20 mg Film-coated tablets | Accord Healthcare Ireland Ltd. | 27 Jul 2026 | 14 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Manufacturing delay |
| IE | Lipitor 80 mg film-coated tablets | Viatris Healthcare Limited | 3 Sep 2026 | 16 Jan 2027 | Manufacturing problem Manufacturing delay |
Source
HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority). Official list. Shortages notified to the HPRA by marketing-authorisation holders; one row per pack.