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ATC D07AB02 · Corticosteroids, Moderately Potent (Group Ii) · updated 2 Nov 2026
Hydrocortisone Butyrate shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Hydrocortisone Butyrate has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Ireland), covering 1 product from 1 company.
Is there a Hydrocortisone Butyrate shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Hydrocortisone Butyrate is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Ireland. The earliest expected return is 16 Nov 2026 (Ireland). 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 countriesListed: GSK GSK · LSE
Compared with similar medicines
ATC group D07AB · Corticosteroids, Moderately Potent (Group Ii)Affected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE | Eumovate Cream 0.05% w / w | GlaxoSmithKline (Ireland) Limited | 12 Oct 2026 | 16 Nov 2026 | Increased demand Unexpected increased demand |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Hydrocortisone Butyrate shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Hydrocortisone Butyrate is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Ireland. The earliest expected return is 16 Nov 2026 (Ireland). New since 3 Oct 2026: Ireland.
When will Hydrocortisone Butyrate be back in stock?
Companies expect supply back from 16 Nov 2026 in Ireland; Ireland: 16 Nov 2026. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Hydrocortisone Butyrate in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: increased demand. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Hydrocortisone Butyrate shortages?
GSK.