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IE ATC A04AA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Ondansetron shortage in Ireland

Is there an Ondansetron shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Ondansetron products are reported short in Ireland, the first since 23 Nov 2025. The company estimate for the return is 13 Nov 2026 (latest 30 Nov 2026). Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Czechia, Sweden, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEOndansetron 8 mg film-coated tablets 10Teva Pharma B.V.23 Nov 202530 Nov 2026Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay
IEZofran 4 mg film-coated tablets 30Rowex Limited,8 Jun 202616 Nov 2026Increased demand
Unexpected increased demand
IEZofran 8 mg film-coated tabletsRowex Limited,13 Jul 202613 Nov 2026Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay
IEZofran 4mg / 2ml Solution for Injection or InfusionRowex Limited,18 Sep 202630 Nov 2026Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay

Source

HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority). Official list. Shortages notified to the HPRA by marketing-authorisation holders; one row per pack.