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IT ATC L01BC06 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Capecitabine shortage in Italy
Is there a Capecitabine shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Capecitabine products are reported short in Italy, the first since 26 May 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Spain, Austria, Belgium, Norway, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | CAPECITABINA ZENTIVA discontinuation | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 26 May 2023 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | CAPECITABINA ACCORD | ACCORD HEALTHCARE, S.L.U. | 11 Feb 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi: distribuzione contingentata |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.