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NO ATC P01AB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Metronidazole shortage in Norway

Is there a Metronidazole shortage in Norway?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Metronidazole product is reported short in Norway, the first since 18 May 2026. The company estimate for the return is 8 Feb 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Italy, Ireland, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Norway

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
NOFlagyl 40 mg/ml mikstur, suspensjon, 100 ml flaskeFidia Farmaceutici S.P.A.18 May 20268 Feb 2027Manufacturing problem
Produksjonsproblemer

Source

DMP (Norwegian Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages reported by companies; one row per pack (varenummer).