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SE ATC N06BA04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Methylphenidate shortage in Sweden
Is there a Methylphenidate shortage in Sweden?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 8 Methylphenidate products are reported short in Sweden, the first since 1 Aug 2025. The company estimate for the return is 10 Nov 2026 (latest 15 Dec 2026). Main reason: not stated.
Also short in United States, Canada, France, Belgium, Norway, Japan, New Zealand, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Sweden
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | Methylphenidate Orifarm 40 mg Blister, 30 kapslar | Orifarm Generics A/S | 1 Aug 2025 | 30 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Methylphenidate Orifarm 60 mg Blister, 30 kapslar | Orifarm Generics A/S | 1 Dec 2025 | 30 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Metylfenidat Teva 10 mg Burk, 30 kapslar | Teva Sweden AB | 6 May 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Affenid 60 mg Blister, 30 x 1 kapslar | Zentiva k.s. | 15 Sep 2026 | 20 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Affenid 10 mg Blister, 30 x 1 kapslar | Zentiva k.s. | 20 Oct 2026 | 10 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Affenid 40 mg Blister 30 x 1 kapslar | Zentiva k.s. | 20 Oct 2026 | 10 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Tuzulby 20 mg Burk, 30 tabletter | Neuraxpharm Pharmaceuticals S.L. | 2 Nov 2026 | 15 Nov 2026 | Not stated |
| SE | Metylfenidat Teva 60 mg Burk, 30 kapslar anticipated | Teva Sweden AB | 15 Nov 2026 | 15 Dec 2026 | Not stated |
Source
Läkemedelsverket (Swedish Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages (restanmälningar) reported by companies; one row per pack.