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BE ATC L01BA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Methotrexate shortage in Belgium
Is there a Methotrexate shortage in Belgium?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Methotrexate products are reported short in Belgium, the first since 10 Jul 2026. The company estimate for the return is 28 Dec 2026 (latest 27 Jan 2028). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in United States, Canada, France, Spain, Ireland. All countries.
Affected products in Belgium
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE | Emthexate 50 mg/2 ml inj. sol. i.m./i.thec./i.ventricul./i.v./i.arter. vial 2 ml | Teva | 10 Jul 2026 | 28 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Delay in production |
| BE | Methotrexate Accord Healthcare 25 mg/ml inj. sol. i.m./i.thec./i.v./i.arter. vial 2 ml | Accord Healthcare | 3 Aug 2026 | 27 Jan 2028 | Increased demand |
Source
FAMHP (Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products), PharmaStatus / SAMv2. Official list. All authorised packs with a declared temporary unavailability.