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SE ATC R03DC03 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Montelukast shortage in Sweden

Is there a Montelukast shortage in Sweden?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Montelukast products are reported short in Sweden, the first since 24 Jul 2024. The company estimate for the return is 20 Nov 2026 (latest 31 Dec 2026). Main reason: not stated.

Also short in United States, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Japan, New Zealand. All countries.

Affected products in Sweden

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
SEMontelukast Accord 4 mg Blister, 98 tabletterAccord Healthcare B.V.24 Jul 202431 Dec 2026Not stated
SEMontelukast Accord 5 mg Blister, 28 tabletterAccord Healthcare B.V.13 Nov 202431 Dec 2026Not stated
SESingulair 5 mg Blister, 98 tabetter anticipatedOrganon N.V4 Nov 202620 Nov 2026Not stated

Source

Läkemedelsverket (Swedish Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages (restanmälningar) reported by companies; one row per pack.