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DE ATC N01BB09 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Ropivacaine shortage in Germany
Is there a Ropivacaine shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Ropivacaine products are reported short in Germany, the first since 3 Aug 2026. The company estimate for the return is 9 Nov 2026 (latest 27 Nov 2026). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in United States, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden, New Zealand. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Ropivacainhydrochlorid Kabi 2 mg/ml Injektionslösung | Fresenius Kabi Deutschland GmbH | 3 Aug 2026 | 16 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | Ropivacainhydrochlorid Kabi 10 mg/ml Injektionslösung | Fresenius Kabi Deutschland GmbH | 17 Aug 2026 | 9 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | Ropivacain HCl B. Braun 2 mg/ml Injektions-/Infusionslösung | B. Braun Melsungen Aktiengesellschaft | 31 Aug 2026 | 27 Nov 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Ropivacainhydrochlorid Kabi 7,5 mg/ml Injektionslösung | Fresenius Kabi Deutschland GmbH | 30 Sep 2026 | 16 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
Source
BfArM (Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices), via PharmNet.Bund. Official list. Supply-relevant medicines reported under a voluntary self-commitment; mostly hospital-relevant products.