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IE ATC M05BA06 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Ibandronic Acid shortage in Ireland

Is there an Ibandronic Acid shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Ibandronic Acid products are reported short in Ireland, the first since 6 Dec 2023. The company estimate for the return is 1 Dec 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Italy, Spain, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEIbandronic Acid Teva 150 mg film-coated tablets 150mg tabletsTeva Pharma B.V.6 Dec 20231 Dec 2026Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay
IEIbandronic Acid Viatris 150 mg Film-coated TabletsViatris Limited13 Aug 2024not givenManufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay

Source

HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority). Official list. Shortages notified to the HPRA by marketing-authorisation holders; one row per pack.