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DE ATC S01FB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Phenylephrine shortage in Germany
Is there a Phenylephrine shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Phenylephrine products are reported short in Germany, the first since 27 Apr 2026. The company estimate for the return is 30 Nov 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Neosynephrin-POS 10% | URSAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH | 27 Apr 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Probleme bei der Endfreigabe |
| DE | Neosynephrin-POS 10% | URSAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH | 27 Apr 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Probleme bei der Endfreigabe |
| DE | Neosynephrin-POS 5% | URSAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH | 29 Apr 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
Source
BfArM (Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices), via PharmNet.Bund. Official list. Supply-relevant medicines reported under a voluntary self-commitment; mostly hospital-relevant products.