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AT ATC N01BB09 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Ropivacaine shortage in Austria

Is there a Ropivacaine shortage in Austria?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Ropivacaine product is reported short in Austria, the first since 16 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 20 Nov 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden, New Zealand. All countries.

Affected products in Austria

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ATRopivacain-HCl B. Braun 2 mg/ml Injektions-/ Infusionslösung, 20 StückB. Braun Melsungen AG16 Sep 202620 Nov 2026Manufacturing problem
Verzögerung bei der Herstellung

Source

BASG (Austrian Federal Office for Safety in Health Care). Official list. All reported restrictions, listed per pack (PZN).