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DE ATC L04AD02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Tacrolimus shortage in Germany
Is there a Tacrolimus shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 8 Tacrolimus products are reported short in Germany, the first since 15 Feb 2025. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Austria, Czechia, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 0,5 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 0,5 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 1 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 1 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 3 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 3 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 5 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Tacrolimus AL 5 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 15 Feb 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
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.