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FR ATC H02AB09 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Hydrocortisone shortage in France

Is there a Hydrocortisone shortage in France?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Hydrocortisone products are reported short in France, the first since 29 Feb 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Canada, Germany, Switzerland. All countries.

Affected products in France

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
FRColofoam, mousse rectale29 Feb 2024not givenNot stated
FRHydrocortisone Substipharm 100 mg, lyophilisat (flacon) et solution pour usage parentéral discontinuation30 Jun 2026not givenNot stated
FRHydrocortisone Upjohn 100 mg, préparation injectable limitedViatris7 Oct 2026not givenNot stated

Source

ANSM (French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety). Official list. Medicines of major therapeutic interest in stock-out, supply tension or discontinuation; one row per communication.