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CH ATC L01BC02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Fluorouracil shortage in Switzerland
Is there a Fluorouracil shortage in Switzerland?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Fluorouracil product is reported short in Switzerland, the first since 20 Dec 2024. The company estimate for the return is 1 Jan 2030. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Switzerland
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CH | FLUOROURACIL Teva 500 mg/10ml Durchstf 10 ml FLUOROURACIL Teva 1000 mg/20ml Durchstf 20 ml FLUOROURACIL Teva 5000 mg/100ml Durchstf 100 ml F | Teva Pharma AG | 20 Dec 2024 | 1 Jan 2030 | Not stated |
Source
FONES (Federal Office for National Economic Supply), reporting office for vital medicines. Official list. Vital human medicines only (the federal list of reportable active substances); one row per pack (GTIN).