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ATC L01BB02 · Purine Analogues · updated 2 Nov 2026
Mercaptopurine shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Mercaptopurine has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (New Zealand), covering 1 product from 0 companies.
Is there a Mercaptopurine shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Mercaptopurine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: New Zealand. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Compared with similar medicines
ATC group L01BB · Purine AnaloguesAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | Mercaptopurine (Allmercap) Oral suspension 20 mg per ml | 20 Jun 2024 | not given | Not stated |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Mercaptopurine shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Mercaptopurine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: New Zealand. No company has given a return date.
When will Mercaptopurine be back in stock?
No return date has been given; New Zealand: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Mercaptopurine in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: not stated. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Mercaptopurine shortages?
The registers do not name the companies.