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BE ATC M01AB05 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Diclofenac shortage in Belgium

Is there a Diclofenac shortage in Belgium?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Diclofenac product is reported short in Belgium, the first since 18 Aug 2026. The company estimate for the return is 20 Nov 2026. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Switzerland, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Belgium

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
BEDiclofenac Sandoz 50 mg gastro-resist. tabl. 30Sandoz18 Aug 202620 Nov 2026Increased demand

Source

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