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IE ATC N02BF02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Pregabalin shortage in Ireland

Is there a Pregabalin shortage in Ireland?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Pregabalin products are reported short in Ireland, the first since 6 Jan 2025. The company estimate for the return is 11 Nov 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Sweden, Japan, Australia. All countries.

Affected products in Ireland

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
IEPregabalin Sandoz 200 mg hard capsules 84 pack sizeSandoz GmbH6 Jan 2025not givenManufacturing problem
Manufacturing delay
IEPregabalin Sandoz 75 mg hard capsules 56Sandoz GmbH15 Apr 2026not givenIncreased demand
Unexpected increased demand
IEPregabalin Teva 75 mg capsules, hardTeva B.V.4 Oct 202611 Nov 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.