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NO ATC N02AJ06 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Codeine and Paracetamol shortage in Norway
Is there a Codeine and Paracetamol shortage in Norway?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Codeine and Paracetamol products are reported short in Norway, the first since 16 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 18 Nov 2026 (latest 19 Nov 2026). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Ireland, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Norway
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO | Paralgin Forte 400 mg/30 mg tablett, 100 stk blisterpakning | Karo Pharma AS | 16 Sep 2026 | 18 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produksjonsproblemer |
| NO | Paralgin Forte 400 mg/30 mg tablett, 100 stk boks | Karo Pharma AS | 16 Sep 2026 | 18 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produksjonsproblemer |
| NO | Paralgin Forte 400 mg/30 mg tablett, 50 x 1 stk endoseblisterpakning | Karo Pharma AS | 16 Sep 2026 | 18 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produksjonsproblemer |
| NO | Paralgin Forte 400 mg/30 mg tablett, 20 stk blisterpakning | Karo Pharma AS | 8 Oct 2026 | 19 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produksjonsproblemer |
Source
DMP (Norwegian Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages reported by companies; one row per pack (varenummer).