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AU ATC R03AC02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Salbutamol shortage in Australia
Is there a Salbutamol shortage in Australia?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Salbutamol products are reported short in Australia, the first since 2 Dec 2025. The company estimate for the return is 8 Jan 2027. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Norway, Sweden, New Zealand. All countries.
Affected products in Australia
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU | VENTOLIN NEBULES salbutamol 5mg/2.5mL (as sulfate) inhalation solution ampoule limited | 2 Dec 2025 | 8 Jan 2027 | Not stated | |
| AU | VENTOLIN NEBULES salbutamol 2.5mg/2.5mL (as sulfate) inhalation solution ampoule limited | 17 Apr 2026 | 8 Jan 2027 | Not 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.