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ATC J05AB04 · Nucleosides and Nucleotides excl. Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors · updated 2 Nov 2026
Ribavirin shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Ribavirin has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (France), covering 1 product from 0 companies.
Is there a Ribavirin shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Ribavirin is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: France. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Compared with similar medicines
ATC group J05AB · Nucleosides and Nucleotides excl. Reverse Transcriptase InhibitorsAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR | Ribarivine Biogaran 200 mg/400 mg, comprimé pelliculé discontinuation | 1 Apr 2021 | not given | Not stated |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Ribavirin shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Ribavirin is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: France. No company has given a return date.
When will Ribavirin be back in stock?
No return date has been given; France: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Ribavirin in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: not stated. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Ribavirin shortages?
The registers do not name the companies.