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IT ATC N01BB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Bupivacaine shortage in Italy
Is there a Bupivacaine shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Bupivacaine products are reported short in Italy, the first since 6 Jan 2025. The company estimate for the return is 30 Nov 2026. Main reason: commercial decision or withdrawal.
Also short in United States, Canada, Austria, Czechia, Sweden, New Zealand, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | BUPIVACAINA RECORDATI | RECORDATI INDUSTRIA CHIMICA E FARMACEUTICA S.P.A. | 6 Jan 2025 | not given | Commercial decision or withdrawal Motivi commerciali |
| IT | SALVUDEX | AS GRINDEKS | 15 Jun 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | BUPIVACAINA RECORDATI anticipated | RECORDATI INDUSTRIA CHIMICA E FARMACEUTICA S.P.A. | 1 Apr 2028 | not given | Commercial decision or withdrawal Motivi commerciali |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.