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IE ATC J01DH02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Meropenem shortage in Ireland

Is there a Meropenem shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Meropenem product is reported short in Ireland, the first since 11 Dec 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: quality problem or recall.

Also short in Canada, Italy, Belgium, Sweden, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEMeropenem Aurobindo 1g Powder for solution for injection or infusionEugia Pharma (Malta) Limited11 Dec 2025not 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.