IT ATC J05AF10 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Entecavir shortage in Italy
Is there an Entecavir shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Entecavir products are reported short in Italy, the first since 8 Aug 2022. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Germany, Spain, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Japan, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | ENTECAVIR SUN discontinuation | SUN PHARMA ITALIA SRL | 8 Aug 2022 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi: forniture discontinue |
| IT | ENTECAVIR VIATRIS discontinuation | VIATRIS LIMITED | 19 May 2025 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | ENTECAVIR VIATRIS | VIATRIS LIMITED | 10 Oct 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.