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IT ATC G04CA02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Tamsulosin shortage in Italy
Is there a Tamsulosin shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Tamsulosin products are reported short in Italy, the first since 18 Mar 2024. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Belgium, Czechia, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | TAMSULOSINA ZENTIVA ITALIA | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 18 Mar 2024 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi |
| IT | TAMSULOSINA ALMUS | ALMUS S.R.L. | 1 Jul 2025 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.