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SE ATC H02AB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Betamethasone shortage in Sweden

Is there a Betamethasone shortage in Sweden?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Betamethasone products are reported short in Sweden, the first since 1 Oct 2026. The company estimate for the return is 15 Jan 2027 (latest 19 Feb 2027). Main reason: not stated.

Also short in France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Norway, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Sweden

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
SECeleston bifas 5,7 mg/ml Ampull, 5 x 1 mlNV Organon1 Oct 202615 Jan 2027Not stated
SECeleston bifas 5,7 mg/ml Injektionsflaska, 5 mlNV Organon29 Oct 202619 Feb 2027Not stated

Source

Läkemedelsverket (Swedish Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages (restanmälningar) reported by companies; one row per pack.