BE ATC N05CD08 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Midazolam shortage in Belgium
Is there a Midazolam shortage in Belgium?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Midazolam products are reported short in Belgium, the first since 31 Aug 2026. The company estimate for the return is 13 Nov 2026 (latest 18 Nov 2026). Main reason: distribution or logistics.
Also short in United States, Italy, Ireland, Austria, Czechia, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Belgium
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE | Midazolam Accord Healthcare 5 mg/ml inj./inf. sol. i.m./i.v. amp. 10 x 10 ml | Accord Healthcare | 31 Aug 2026 | not given | Distribution or logistics Logistic problems (transport, customs, ...) |
| BE | Midazolam Viatris 1 mg/ml inj. sol. i.m./i.v. amp. 10 x 5 ml | Viatris GX | 1 Oct 2026 | 18 Nov 2026 | Other Other reason |
| BE | Buccolam 2.5 mg oromucos. sol pre-filled syr. 4 x 0.5 ml | Neuraxpharm Pharmaceuticals | 12 Oct 2026 | 13 Nov 2026 | Regulatory or licensing Application ongoing for import and export licence |
Source
FAMHP (Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products), PharmaStatus / SAMv2. Official list. All authorised packs with a declared temporary unavailability.