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IT ATC N01AB07 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Desflurane shortage in Italy

Is there a Desflurane shortage in Italy?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Desflurane product is reported short in Italy, the first since 25 Aug 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in United States. All countries.

Affected products in Italy

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ITDESFLURANO PIRAMALPIRAMAL CRITICAL CARE B.V.25 Aug 2025not givenManufacturing problem
Problemi produttivi

Source

AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.