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AU ATC L01BC05 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Gemcitabine shortage in Australia

Is there a Gemcitabine shortage in Australia?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Gemcitabine products are reported short in Australia. The company estimate for the return is 30 Jun 2028. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Australia

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
AUDBL GEMCITABINE INJECTION gemcitabine (as hydrochloride) 1g/26.3mL solution for Injection vial anticipated19 Feb 202730 Jun 2028Not stated
AUDBL GEMCITABINE INJECTION gemcitabine (as hydrochloride) 2g/52.6mL solution for Injection vial anticipated20 May 202730 Jun 2028Not stated

Source

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Medicine Shortage Reports Database. Official list. National shortages of reportable medicines, current and anticipated within six months; one row per product.