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DE ATC L01BC01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Cytarabine shortage in Germany
Is there a Cytarabine shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Cytarabine products are reported short in Germany, the first since 7 Oct 2025. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | ARA-cell 1000mg Infusionslösung | STADAPHARM GmbH | 7 Oct 2025 | 31 Dec 2027 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | ARA-cell 4000mg Infusionslösung | STADAPHARM GmbH | 14 Mar 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | ARA-cell 100 mg/ml Konzentrat zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung | STADAPHARM GmbH | 4 May 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | ARA-cell 100 mg/ml Konzentrat zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung | STADAPHARM GmbH | 4 May 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | ARA-cell 40mg Injektion | STADAPHARM GmbH | 2 Sep 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
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.