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CH ATC D08AG02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Povidone-Iodine shortage in Switzerland

Is there a Povidone-Iodine shortage in Switzerland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Povidone-Iodine product is reported short in Switzerland, the first since 20 May 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.

Also short in Italy, Belgium, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Switzerland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CHBETASEPTIC Lös 1000 ml BETASEPTIC Lös Fl 120 ml BETASEPTIC Lös 5 x 1000 mliNova Pharmaceuticals (Switzerland) AG20 May 2026not givenNot stated

Source

FONES (Federal Office for National Economic Supply), reporting office for vital medicines. Official list. Vital human medicines only (the federal list of reportable active substances); one row per pack (GTIN).