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IT ATC D08AC52 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Chlorhexidine, Combinations shortage in Italy
Is there a Chlorhexidine, Combinations shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Chlorhexidine, Combinations products are reported short in Italy, the first since 1 Feb 2026. The company estimate for the return is 30 Dec 2026 (latest 31 Dec 2026). Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Spain, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | FARVICETT discontinuation | NUOVA FARMEC S.R.L. | 1 Feb 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Elevata richiesta: distribuzione contingentata |
| IT | CHLORAPREP | BECTON DICKINSON FRANCE S.A.S. | 24 May 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi (carenza relativa solo al canale ospedaliero) |
| IT | CHLORAPREP anticipated | BECTON DICKINSON FRANCE S.A.S. | 15 Nov 2026 | 30 Dec 2026 | 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.