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IT ATC R06AE07 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Cetirizine shortage in Italy
Is there a Cetirizine shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Cetirizine products are reported short in Italy, the first since 14 Aug 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Jan 2027. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Czechia, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | CETIRIZINA ZENTIVA | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 14 Aug 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | FORMISTIN | ISTITUTO LUSO FARMACO D'ITALIA S.P.A. | 5 Oct 2026 | 31 Jan 2027 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | CETIRIZINA AUROBINDO ITALIA | AUROBINDO PHARMA (ITALIA) S.R.L. | 7 Oct 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.