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DE ATC J01DC02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Cefuroxime shortage in Germany
Is there a Cefuroxime shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Cefuroxime products are reported short in Germany, the first since 1 Apr 2026. The company estimate for the return is 20 Nov 2026 (latest 30 Nov 2026). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Spain, Ireland, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | CEFUROX BASICS 125mg/5 ml Granulat zur Herstellung einer Suspension zum Einnehmen | Basics GmbH | 1 Apr 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
| DE | Cefuroxim - 1 A Pharma 125 mg/5 ml Granulat zur Herstellung einer Suspension zum Einnehmen | 1 A Pharma GmbH | 14 Jul 2026 | 20 Nov 2026 | Increased 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.