NO ATC N02AA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Oxycodone shortage in Norway
Is there an Oxycodone shortage in Norway?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Oxycodone products are reported short in Norway, the first since 4 Mar 2026. The company estimate for the return is 16 Nov 2026 (latest 31 Dec 2026). Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Norway
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO | Oxycodone Abboxia 1 mg/ml injeksjons-/infusjonsvæske, oppløsning, 10x10 ml ampulle | Abboxia Ab | 4 Mar 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Commercial decision or withdrawal Planlagt utfasing/avregistrering |
| NO | Reltebon Depot 20 mg depottablett, 98 stk blisterpakning | Teva B.V. | 7 Sep 2026 | 28 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Uventet økt etterspørsel |
| NO | Reltebon Depot 5 mg depottablett, 28 stk blisterpakning | Teva B.V. | 18 Sep 2026 | 16 Nov 2026 | Increased demand Uventet økt etterspørsel |
Source
DMP (Norwegian Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages reported by companies; one row per pack (varenummer).