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IT ATC C09CA06 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Candesartan shortage in Italy
Is there a Candesartan shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Candesartan products are reported short in Italy, the first since 31 May 2023. The company estimate for the return is 30 Nov 2026 (latest 31 Dec 2026). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Spain, Austria, Czechia, Sweden, Japan, New Zealand, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | CANDESARTAN ZENTIVA | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 31 May 2023 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | CANDESARTAN AUROBINDO | AUROBINDO PHARMA (ITALIA) S.R.L. | 21 Apr 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | CANDESARTAN TEVA ITALIA | TEVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 15 Oct 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | CANDESARTAN PENSA | TOWA PHARMACEUTICAL S.P.A. | 1 Nov 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.