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ATC D10AF02 · Antiinfectives for Treatment of Acne · updated 4 Nov 2026
Erythromycin shortage
As of 4 Nov 2026, Erythromycin has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Italy), covering 1 product from 1 company.
Is there an Erythromycin shortage?
Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, Erythromycin is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Italy. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesCompared with similar medicines
ATC group D10AF · Antiinfectives for Treatment of AcneAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | ERITROMICINA IDI | IDI FARMACEUTICI S.R.L. | 31 Jan 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there an Erythromycin shortage?
Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, Erythromycin is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Italy. No company has given a return date.
When will Erythromycin be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Italy: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Erythromycin in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: manufacturing problem. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Erythromycin shortages?
Idi.