BE ATC N02AB02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Pethidine shortage in Belgium
Is there a Pethidine shortage in Belgium?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Pethidine products are reported short in Belgium, the first since 28 Nov 2024. The company estimate for the return is 15 Nov 2026 (latest 31 Dec 2026). Main reason: other.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Belgium
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE | Pethisom 50 mg/1 ml inj. sol. i.m./i.v./s.c. amp. 100 x 1 ml | Laboratoires Sterop | 28 Nov 2024 | 31 Dec 2026 | Other Other reason |
| BE | Pethisom 100 mg/2 ml inj. sol. i.m./i.v./s.c. amp. 10 x 2 ml | Laboratoires Sterop | 11 Sep 2026 | 15 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Delay in production |
Source
FAMHP (Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products), PharmaStatus / SAMv2. Official list. All authorised packs with a declared temporary unavailability.