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IT ATC B05BA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Carbohydrates shortage in Italy
Is there a Carbohydrates shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Carbohydrates products are reported short in Italy, the first since 24 Jul 2023. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | GLUCOSIO S.A.L.F. | S.A.L.F. SPA LABORATORIO FARMACOLOGICO | 24 Jul 2023 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Elevata richiesta (carenza relativa solo al canale retail) |
| IT | GLUCOSIO MONICO | MONICO S.P.A. | 5 Aug 2024 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | GLUCOSIO FKI | FRESENIUS KABI ITALIA S.R.L. | 16 Feb 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | GLUCOSIO FKI | FRESENIUS KABI ITALIA S.R.L. | 20 Mar 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.