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BE ATC S01CA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Dexamethasone and Antiinfectives shortage in Belgium

Is there a Dexamethasone and Antiinfectives shortage in Belgium?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Dexamethasone and Antiinfectives product is reported short in Belgium, the first since 6 Oct 2026. The company estimate for the return is 13 Nov 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Germany, Italy, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Belgium

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
BEMaxitrol eye ointm. 3.5 gNovartis Pharma6 Oct 202613 Nov 2026Manufacturing problem
Delay in production

Source

FAMHP (Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products), PharmaStatus / SAMv2. Official list. All authorised packs with a declared temporary unavailability.