IT ATC N01AX10 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Propofol shortage in Italy
Is there a Propofol shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Propofol products are reported short in Italy, the first since 27 Dec 2024. The company estimate for the return is 4 Jan 2027 (latest 30 Apr 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Sweden, New Zealand, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | DIPRIVAN | ASPEN PHARMA TRADING LIMITED | 27 Dec 2024 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi |
| IT | PROPOFOL KABI | FRESENIUS KABI ITALIA S.R.L. | 12 Dec 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi: distribuzione contingentata |
| IT | PROPOFOL KABI discontinuation | FRESENIUS KABI ITALIA S.R.L. | 26 Jan 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | PROPOFOL KABI | FRESENIUS KABI ITALIA S.R.L. | 22 Jun 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | DIPRIVAN | ASPEN PHARMA TRADING LIMITED | 28 Oct 2026 | 4 Jan 2027 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | PROPOFOL B.BRAUN anticipated discontinuation | B. BRAUN MELSUNGEN AG | 23 Dec 2026 | 30 Apr 2027 | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi: forniture discontinue |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.