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IE ATC J01DD08 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Cefixime shortage in Ireland

Is there a Cefixime shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Cefixime product is reported short in Ireland, the first since 10 Oct 2026. The company estimate for the return is 28 Feb 2027. Main reason: regulatory or licensing.

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

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IESuprax 200 mg Film-coated TabletsAmdipharm Limited10 Oct 202628 Feb 2027Regulatory or licensing
Regulatory issue

Source

HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority). Official list. Shortages notified to the HPRA by marketing-authorisation holders; one row per pack.