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IE ATC M01AE01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Ibuprofen shortage in Ireland

Is there an Ibuprofen shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Ibuprofen product is reported short in Ireland, the first since 23 Apr 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEIbuprofen 200 mg Film-coated TabletsAccord Healthcare Ireland Ltd.23 Apr 2026not 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.