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FR ATC D04AB03 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Oxybuprocaine shortage in France

Is there an Oxybuprocaine shortage in France?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Oxybuprocaine product is reported short in France, the first since 23 Dec 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.

Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.

Affected products in France

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
FRChlorhydrate d'oxybuprocaïne Thea 1,6 mg/0,4 ml, collyre en récipient unidose – Boites de 20 unidoses et boites de 100 unidoses limited23 Dec 2025not givenNot stated

Source

ANSM (French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety). Official list. Medicines of major therapeutic interest in stock-out, supply tension or discontinuation; one row per communication.