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SE ATC N07BC01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Buprenorphine shortage in Sweden
Is there a Buprenorphine shortage in Sweden?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Buprenorphine products are reported short in Sweden, the first since 11 May 2026. The company estimate for the return is 5 Nov 2026 (latest 5 May 2027). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Italy, Czechia, Norway. All countries.
Affected products in Sweden
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | Buprenorphine Sandoz 2 mg Blister, 28 tabletter | Sandoz A/S | 11 May 2026 | 5 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Buprenorfin Actavis 2 mg Blister, 28 resoribletter (Al) | Actavis Group PTC ehf. | 25 May 2026 | 20 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Buprenorphine Orifarm 2 mg Blister, 7 tabletter | Orifarm Generics A/S | 1 Jul 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Buprenorfin Actavis 8 mg Blister, 7 resoribletter (Al) anticipated | Actavis Group PTC ehf. | 15 Dec 2026 | 5 May 2027 | Not stated |
| SE | Buprenorfin Actavis 8 mg Blister, 28 resoribletter (Al) anticipated | Actavis Group PTC ehf. | 21 Dec 2026 | 5 May 2027 | Not stated |
| SE | Espranor 8 mg Blister, 7 tabletter (endos) anticipated | Ethypharm SA | 1 Jan 2027 | 31 Mar 2027 | Not stated |
Source
Läkemedelsverket (Swedish Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages (restanmälningar) reported by companies; one row per pack.