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CH ATC H02AB09 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Hydrocortisone shortage in Switzerland
Is there a Hydrocortisone shortage in Switzerland?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Hydrocortisone products are reported short in Switzerland, the first since 27 Jul 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Germany, France. All countries.
Affected products in Switzerland
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CH | PLENADREN Ret Tabl 5 mg Ds 50 Stk | Takeda Pharma AG | 27 Jul 2026 | not given | Not stated |
| CH | PLENADREN Ret Tabl 20 mg Ds 50 Stk | Takeda Pharma AG | 7 Aug 2026 | not given | Not stated |
Source
FONES (Federal Office for National Economic Supply), reporting office for vital medicines. Official list. Vital human medicines only (the federal list of reportable active substances); one row per pack (GTIN).