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IT ATC L01BC02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Fluorouracil shortage in Italy
Is there a Fluorouracil shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Fluorouracil products are reported short in Italy, the first since 9 May 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in France, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | FLUOROURACILE HIKMA discontinuation | HIKMA FARMACEUTICA (PORTUGAL) S.A. | 9 May 2023 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi |
| IT | FLUOROURACILE HIKMA discontinuation | HIKMA FARMACEUTICA (PORTUGAL) S.A. | 5 Aug 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | FLUOROURACILE AHCL anticipated discontinuation | ACCORD HEALTHCARE, S.L.U. | 27 Nov 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.