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IE ATC G04BD04 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Oxybutynin shortage in Ireland

Is there an Oxybutynin shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Oxybutynin products are reported short in Ireland, the first since 30 Jun 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Japan. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEOxybutynin Hydrochloride 5mg TabletsAccord Healthcare Ireland Ltd.30 Jun 2025not givenManufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay
IEOxybutynin hydrochloride 2.5 mg tabletsAccord Healthcare Ireland Ltd.1 Sep 2026not givenDistribution or logistics
Shipping delay/distribution issue

Source

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