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DE ATC J01XX01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Fosfomycin shortage in Germany

Is there a Fosfomycin shortage in Germany?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Fosfomycin products are reported short in Germany, the first since 5 Nov 2024. The company estimate for the return is 31 Mar 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Italy, Spain, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Germany

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
DEFosfomycin Eberth 2 g Pulver zur Herstellung einer InfusionslösungDr. Friedrich Eberth Arzneimittel GmbH5 Nov 202431 Mar 2027Manufacturing problem
Produktionsproblem
DEFosfomycin Eberth 4 g Pulver zur Herstellung einer InfusionslösungDr. Friedrich Eberth Arzneimittel GmbH5 Nov 202431 Mar 2027Manufacturing problem
Produktionsproblem

Source

BfArM (Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices), via PharmNet.Bund. Official list. Supply-relevant medicines reported under a voluntary self-commitment; mostly hospital-relevant products.