IT ATC N05CD08 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Midazolam shortage in Italy
Is there a Midazolam shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Midazolam products are reported short in Italy, the first since 30 Jun 2024. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in United States, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | MIDAZOLAM IBI | ISTITUTO BIOCHIMICO ITALIANO GIOVANNI LORENZINI S.P.A. | 30 Jun 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | MIDAZOLAM BIOINDUSTRIA LIM discontinuation | BIOINDUSTRIA LABORATORIO ITALIANO MEDICINALI S.P.A. | 4 Feb 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Elevata richiesta: distribuzione contingentata |
| IT | MIDAZOLAM KALCEKS discontinuation | AS KALCEKS | 1 Oct 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.