DE ATC C08DB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Diltiazem shortage in Germany
Is there a Diltiazem shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Diltiazem products are reported short in Germany, the first since 11 May 2026. The company estimate for the return is 15 Jan 2027 (latest 31 Mar 2027). Main reason: other.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Diltiazem AbZ 60 mg Tabletten | AbZ-Pharma GmbH | 11 May 2026 | 15 Jan 2027 | Other Sonstige |
| DE | Diltiazem AbZ 90mg Retardtabletten | AbZ-Pharma GmbH | 11 May 2026 | 15 Jan 2027 | Other Sonstige |
| DE | Diltiazem-ratiopharm 60 mg Tabletten | ratiopharm GmbH | 11 May 2026 | 15 Jan 2027 | Other Sonstige |
| DE | Dilzem 90mg retard | Pfizer Pharma GmbH | 3 Aug 2026 | 31 Mar 2027 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Dilzem 90mg retard | Pfizer Pharma GmbH | 3 Aug 2026 | 31 Mar 2027 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
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.