Sorbitol shortage

As of 2 Nov 2026, Sorbitol has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Sweden), covering 2 products from 1 company.

Is there a Sorbitol shortage?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Sorbitol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Sweden. The earliest expected return is 30 Jun 2027 (Sweden).

Countries1/16

Products2packs or presentations

Companies11 listed

Short since14 Apr 202519 months ago

Earliest return30 Jun 2027company estimate

Main reasonNot stated

Timeline

Sweden

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.

Which companies are short

products short, all countries

Listed: Viatris VTRS · Nasdaq

Compared with similar medicines

ATC group A06AG · Enemas

Affected products

Country	Product	Company	Since	Expected back	Reason
SE	Resulax 8,5 g Tub, 50 st	Viatris AB	14 Apr 2025	30 Jun 2027	Not stated
SE	Resulax 8,5 g Tub, 4 st	Viatris AB	25 Nov 2025	30 Jun 2027	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 Sorbitol shortage?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Sorbitol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Sweden. The earliest expected return is 30 Jun 2027 (Sweden).

When will Sorbitol be back in stock?

Companies expect supply back from 30 Jun 2027 in Sweden; Sweden: 30 Jun 2027. These are company estimates reported to each authority.

Why is Sorbitol in short supply?

The most common reason reported is: not stated. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.

Which companies have Sorbitol shortages?

Viatris.