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NO ATC J07AL01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Pneumococcus, Purified Polysaccharides Antigen shortage in Norway

Is there a Pneumococcus, Purified Polysaccharides Antigen shortage in Norway?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Pneumococcus, Purified Polysaccharides Antigen product is reported short in Norway, the first since 1 Feb 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: commercial decision or withdrawal.

Also short in Italy. All countries.

Affected products in Norway

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
NOPneumovax injeksjonsvæske, oppløsning i ferdigfylt sprøyte, 0,5 ml ferdigfylt sprøyte av glassMerck Sharp & Dohme B.V.1 Feb 202631 Dec 2026Commercial decision or withdrawal
Planlagt utfasing/avregistrering

Source

DMP (Norwegian Medical Products Agency). Official list. Ongoing and announced shortages reported by companies; one row per pack (varenummer).