SE ATC V08AB02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Iohexol shortage in Sweden
Is there an Iohexol shortage in Sweden?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 9 Iohexol products are reported short in Sweden, the first since 12 Jun 2026. The company estimate for the return is 5 Nov 2026 (latest 31 Dec 2026). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Germany, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Sweden
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | Omnipaque 140 mg I/ml Flaska, 10 x 200 ml (USB) (plast) | GE Healthcare AS | 12 Jun 2026 | 18 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 240 mg I/ml Flaska, 10 x 50 ml (USB) (plast) | GE Healthcare AS | 23 Jul 2026 | 17 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 240 mg I/ml Flaska, 10 x 100 ml (USB) (plast) | GE Healthcare AS | 6 Aug 2026 | 18 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 300 mg I/ml Flaska, 10 x 50 ml (USB) (plast) | GE Healthcare AS | 6 Aug 2026 | not given | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 350 mg I/ml Flaska, 10 x 200 ml (USB) (plast) | GE Healthcare AS | 19 Aug 2026 | 17 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 300 mg I/ml Flaska, 25 x 20 ml (glas) | GE Healthcare AS | 12 Oct 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 240 mg I/ml Flaska, 25 x 20 ml (glas) | GE Healthcare AS | 14 Oct 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 350 mg I/ml Flaska, 10 x 50 ml (USB) (plast) | GE Healthcare AS | 15 Oct 2026 | 5 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Omnipaque 300 mg I/ml Flaska, 10 x 10 ml (glas) | GE Healthcare AS | 27 Oct 2026 | 20 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
Source
Läkemedelsverket (Swedish Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages (restanmälningar) reported by companies; one row per pack.