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IT ATC G03AA07 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Levonorgestrel and Ethinylestradiol shortage in Italy

Is there a Levonorgestrel and Ethinylestradiol shortage in Italy?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Levonorgestrel and Ethinylestradiol product is reported short in Italy, the first since 30 Nov 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Spain. All countries.

Affected products in Italy

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ITNAOMISANDOZ S.P.A.30 Nov 2025not givenManufacturing 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.