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ATC L04AX03 · Immunosuppressants
Methotrexate shortage
As of 31 Oct 2026, Methotrexate has a reported shortage in 2 of the 5 countries we track (Germany, Italy), covering 3 products.
Countries2/5
Products3packs or presentations
Short since29 Jul 20263 months ago
Earliest return31 Oct 2026company estimate
No return date1products
Main reasonManufacturing problem
Timeline
GermanyItaly
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.
Affected products
| Country | Product | Holder | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Methofill 50 mg/ml Injektionslösung in einer Fertigspritze | Accord Healthcare B.V. | 29 Jul 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| IT | METOTREXATO DOC GENERICI | DOC GENERICI SRL | 31 Aug 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | VELOS | DIFA COOPER S.P.A. | 10 Sep 2026 | 31 Oct 2026 | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.