ATC V03AC02 · Iron Chelating Agents · updated 2 Nov 2026
Deferiprone shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Deferiprone has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (United States), covering 1 product from 1 company.
Is there a Deferiprone shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Deferiprone is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: United States. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesCompared with similar medicines
ATC group V03AC · Iron Chelating AgentsAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | Ferriprox, Tablet, 500 mg (NDC 10122-100-10) discontinuation | Chiesi USA, Inc. | 7 Nov 2025 | not given | Not stated |
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Questions
Is there a Deferiprone shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Deferiprone is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: United States. No company has given a return date.
When will Deferiprone be back in stock?
No return date has been given; United States: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Deferiprone in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: not stated. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Deferiprone shortages?
Chiesi.