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DE ATC G02AD02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Dinoprostone shortage in Germany
Is there a Dinoprostone shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Dinoprostone products are reported short in Germany, the first since 21 Jul 2025. The company estimate for the return is 30 Nov 2026 (latest 28 Feb 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden, Japan, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Minprostin E2 Vaginaltabletten | Pfizer Pharma GmbH | 21 Jul 2025 | 28 Feb 2027 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
| DE | Minprostin E2 Vaginalgel 2mg | Pfizer Pharma GmbH | 1 Dec 2025 | 30 Nov 2026 | Active ingredient shortage Probleme beim Wirkstoffhersteller |
| DE | Prepidil Gel | Pfizer Pharma GmbH | 23 Jan 2026 | 28 Feb 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.