IT ATC V03AF01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Mesna shortage in Italy
Is there a Mesna shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Mesna product is reported short in Italy, the first since 24 Dec 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Norway. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | UROMITEXAN discontinuation | BAXTER S.P.A. | 24 Dec 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi: distribuzione contingentata |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.