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IT ATC P01BB51 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Proguanil and Atovaquone shortage in Italy
Is there a Proguanil and Atovaquone shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Proguanil and Atovaquone products are reported short in Italy, the first since 17 Mar 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Spain, Belgium, Norway, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | ATOVAQUONE E PROGUANILE MYLAN GENERICS | MYLAN S.P.A. | 17 Mar 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | MALARONE | GLAXOSMITHKLINE S.P.A. | 7 Sep 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi: distribuzione contingentata |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.