SE ATC N02AB03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Fentanyl shortage in Sweden
Is there a Fentanyl shortage in Sweden?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Fentanyl products are reported short in Sweden, the first since 4 May 2026. The company estimate for the return is 16 Nov 2026 (latest 1 Feb 2027). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Sweden
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | Fentanyl Orion 25 mikrogram/timme Påse, 10 x 1 plåster | Orion Corporation | 4 May 2026 | 16 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Actiq 400 mikrogram Blister, 30 sugtabletter med applikator | Phoenix Labs Unlimited Company | 1 Aug 2026 | 31 Jan 2027 | Not stated |
| SE | Actiq 600 mikrogram Blister, 30 sugtabletter med applikator | Phoenix Labs Unlimited Company | 1 Aug 2026 | 31 Jan 2027 | Not stated |
| SE | Fentanyl Orion 25 mikrogram/timme Påse, 16 x 1 plåster | Orion Corporation | 10 Aug 2026 | 16 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Fentanyl ratiopharm 25 mikrogram/timme Påse, 16 x 1 plåster | ratiopharm GmbH | 1 Nov 2026 | 1 Jan 2027 | Not stated |
| SE | Fentanyl Orion 12 mikrogram/timme Påse, 16 x 1 plåster anticipated | Orion Corporation | 4 Jan 2027 | 1 Feb 2027 | Not stated |
Source
Läkemedelsverket (Swedish Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages (restanmälningar) reported by companies; one row per pack.