IT ATC C08DB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Diltiazem shortage in Italy
Is there a Diltiazem shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Diltiazem products are reported short in Italy, the first since 29 Feb 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | DILADEL | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 29 Feb 2024 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi |
| IT | DILADEL | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 15 Mar 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | DILTIAZEM SANDOZ BV | SANDOZ BV | 20 Nov 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | DILTIAZEM EG | EG S.P.A. | 30 Jun 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | DILADEL | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 31 Aug 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | DILTIAZEM MYLAN GENERICS ITALIA anticipated | MYLAN S.P.A. | 10 Nov 2026 | not given | Manufacturing 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.