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IT ATC A10BD08 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Metformin and Vildagliptin shortage in Italy
Is there a Metformin and Vildagliptin shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Metformin and Vildagliptin products are reported short in Italy, the first since 15 Dec 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Spain, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | VILDAGLIPTIN E METFORMINA ZENTIVA | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 15 Dec 2023 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | VILDAGLIPTIN E METFORMINA ZENTIVA | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 15 Dec 2023 | not given | Manufacturing 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 All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.