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ATC A06AG04 · Enemas · updated 2 Nov 2026
Glycerol shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Glycerol has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Ireland), covering 1 product from 1 company.
Is there a Glycerol shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Glycerol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Ireland. No company has given a return date. New since 3 Oct 2026: Ireland.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesCompared with similar medicines
ATC group A06AG · EnemasAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE | Glycerol 4g Suppositories | Ethypharm | 19 Oct 2026 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality issue |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Glycerol shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Glycerol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Ireland. No company has given a return date. New since 3 Oct 2026: Ireland.
When will Glycerol be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Ireland: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Glycerol in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: quality problem or recall. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Glycerol shortages?
Ethypharm.