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IT ATC J05AF05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Lamivudine shortage in Italy
Is there a Lamivudine shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Lamivudine products are reported short in Italy, the first since 11 Sep 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in United States, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | LAMIVUDINA AUROBINDO ITALIA discontinuation | AUROBINDO PHARMA (ITALIA) S.R.L. | 11 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi |
| IT | LAMIVUDINA MYLAN PHARMA discontinuation | MYLAN S.P.A. | 7 Jul 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | LAMIVUDINA TEVA discontinuation | TEVA B.V. | 26 Oct 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta (carenza relativa solo al canale ospedaliero) |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.