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DE ATC J01DD08 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Cefixime shortage in Germany

Is there a Cefixime shortage in Germany?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Cefixime products are reported short in Germany, the first since 1 Oct 2018. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Italy, Ireland, Czechia, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Germany

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
DECefixim AL 100 mg/5 ml Pulver zur Herstellung einer Suspension zum EinnehmenALIUD PHARMA GmbH1 Oct 201831 Dec 2026Increased demand
Erhöhte Nachfrage
DECefixim AL 100 mg/5 ml Pulver zur Herstellung einer Suspension zum EinnehmenALIUD PHARMA GmbH1 Oct 201831 Dec 2026Increased demand
Erhöhte Nachfrage
DECefixim AL 100 mg/5 ml Pulver zur Herstellung einer Suspension zum EinnehmenALIUD PHARMA GmbH1 Oct 201831 Dec 2026Increased demand
Erhöhte Nachfrage

Source

BfArM (Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices), via PharmNet.Bund. Official list. Supply-relevant medicines reported under a voluntary self-commitment; mostly hospital-relevant products.