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IE ATC M01AG01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Mefenamic Acid shortage in Ireland

Is there a Mefenamic Acid shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Mefenamic Acid product is reported short in Ireland, the first since 8 Jun 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: quality problem or recall.

Also short in Canada, Austria, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEMEFAC 500 mg Film-coated tabletsRowa Pharmaceuticals Limited8 Jun 2026not givenQuality problem or recall
Quality issue

Source

HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority). Official list. Shortages notified to the HPRA by marketing-authorisation holders; one row per pack.