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DE ATC L03AX03 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Bcg Vaccine shortage in Germany

Is there a Bcg Vaccine shortage in Germany?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Bcg Vaccine products are reported short in Germany, the first since 1 Mar 2021. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Belgium. All countries.

Affected products in Germany

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
DEOncoTICEMerck & Co. (MSD)1 Mar 202131 Dec 2027Manufacturing problem
Unzureichende Produktionskapazitäten
DEOncoTICEMerck & Co. (MSD)1 Mar 202131 Dec 2027Manufacturing problem
Unzureichende Produktionskapazitäten

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.