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IE ATC J01CE02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Phenoxymethylpenicillin shortage in Ireland

Is there a Phenoxymethylpenicillin shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Phenoxymethylpenicillin products are reported short in Ireland, the first since 22 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 23 Nov 2026 (latest 21 Dec 2026). Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Germany, Austria, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IECalvepen 666 mg TabletsClonmel Healthcare Ltd22 Sep 202623 Nov 2026Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay
IECalvepen 333 mg TabletsClonmel Healthcare Ltd24 Sep 202621 Dec 2026Manufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay

Source

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