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AU ATC N01AH06 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Remifentanil shortage in Australia

Is there a Remifentanil shortage in Australia?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Remifentanil products are reported short in Australia, the first since 16 Oct 2026. The company estimate for the return is 16 Jan 2027 (latest 20 Jan 2027). Main reason: not stated.

Also short in United States, Canada, Czechia, Norway. All countries.

Affected products in Australia

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
AURemifentanil-AFT, remifentanil (as hydrochloride) 1 mg, powder for injection, glass vial16 Oct 202616 Jan 2027Not stated
AUREMIFENTANIL VIATRIS 1mg remifentanil (as hydrochloride) powder for injection vial anticipated11 Dec 202620 Jan 2027Not stated

Source

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Medicine Shortage Reports Database. Official list. National shortages of reportable medicines, current and anticipated within six months; one row per product.