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IT ATC N01BB10 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Levobupivacaine shortage in Italy
Is there a Levobupivacaine shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Levobupivacaine products are reported short in Italy, the first since 11 Dec 2025. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Belgium. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | LEVOBUPIVACAINA KABI | FRESENIUS KABI ITALIA S.R.L. | 11 Dec 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | LEVOBUPIVACAINA BIOINDUSTRIA L.I.M. | BIOINDUSTRIA LABORATORIO ITALIANO MEDICINALI S.P.A. | 1 Jun 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.