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IE ATC J07BB02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Influenza, Inactivated, Split Virus Or Surface Antigen shortage in Ireland

Is there an Influenza, Inactivated, Split Virus Or Surface Antigen shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Influenza, Inactivated, Split Virus Or Surface Antigen products are reported short in Ireland, the first since 3 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 1 Sep 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

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

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEVaxigrip suspension for injection in pre-filled syringe.Trivalent influenza vaccine (split virion, inactivated). Single packSanofi Winthrop Industrie3 Sep 2026not givenManufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay
IEInfluvac sub-unit, suspension for injection in pre-filled syringe Influenza vaccine (surface antigen, inactivated) Single packViatris Healthcare Limited16 Sep 20261 Sep 2027Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay

Source

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