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BE ATC L01BC02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Fluorouracil shortage in Belgium
Is there a Fluorouracil shortage in Belgium?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Fluorouracil products are reported short in Belgium, the first since 7 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026 (latest 1 Jan 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Belgium
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE | Fluorouracil Accord Healthcare 50 mg/ml inj./inf. sol. i.v./i.arter. vial 20 ml | Accord Healthcare | 7 Sep 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Delay in production |
| BE | Efudix 5 % ointm. 20 g | Viatris Healthcare | 21 Sep 2026 | 1 Jan 2027 | Manufacturing problem Delay in production |
Source
FAMHP (Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products), PharmaStatus / SAMv2. Official list. All authorised packs with a declared temporary unavailability.