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IT ATC R07AX30 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Ivacaftor and Lumacaftor shortage in Italy
Is there an Ivacaftor and Lumacaftor shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Ivacaftor and Lumacaftor product is reported short in Italy, the first since 6 Oct 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Spain. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | ORKAMBI | VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS (IRELAND) LIMITED | 6 Oct 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.