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IT ATC L01BA04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Pemetrexed shortage in Italy
Is there a Pemetrexed shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Pemetrexed products are reported short in Italy, the first since 20 Jul 2022. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | PEMETREXED SUN discontinuation | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES (EUROPE) B.V. | 20 Jul 2022 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi: forniture discontinue |
| IT | PEMETREXED SUN discontinuation | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES (EUROPE) B.V. | 30 Nov 2022 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi: forniture discontinue |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.