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IE ATC M04AA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Febuxostat shortage in Ireland

Is there a Febuxostat shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Febuxostat product is reported short in Ireland, the first since 16 Oct 2026. The company estimate for the return is 22 Feb 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Italy, Austria, Belgium, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEFebuxostat Rowex 120 mg Film-coated TabletsRowex Limited,16 Oct 202622 Feb 2027Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay

Source

HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority). Official list. Shortages notified to the HPRA by marketing-authorisation holders; one row per pack.