IT ATC J04AB04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Rifabutin shortage in Italy
Is there a Rifabutin shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Rifabutin product is reported short in Italy, the first since 30 Oct 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in France, Ireland, Switzerland, Czechia, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | MYCOBUTIN | PFIZER ITALIA S.R.L. | 30 Oct 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.