ATC S01HA03 · Local Anesthetics · updated 2 Nov 2026

Tetracaine shortage

As of 2 Nov 2026, Tetracaine has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Belgium), covering 1 product from 1 company.

Is there a Tetracaine shortage?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Tetracaine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Belgium. The earliest expected return is 27 Jan 2027 (Belgium).

Countries1/16

Products1packs or presentations

Companies11 listed

Short since–

Earliest return27 Jan 2027company estimate

Main reasonIncreased demand

Which companies are short

products short, all countries

Listed: Bausch Health BHC · NYSE / TSX

Compared with similar medicines

ATC group S01HA · Local Anesthetics

Affected products

Country	Product	Company	Since	Expected back	Reason
BE	Minims Tetracaine Hydrochloride 10 mg/ml eye drops sol. single-dose cont. 20 x 0.5 ml anticipated	Bausch + Lomb Ireland	4 Nov 2026	27 Jan 2027	Increased demand

"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.

Questions

Is there a Tetracaine shortage?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Tetracaine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Belgium. The earliest expected return is 27 Jan 2027 (Belgium).

When will Tetracaine be back in stock?

Companies expect supply back from 27 Jan 2027 in Belgium; Belgium: 27 Jan 2027. These are company estimates reported to each authority.

Why is Tetracaine in short supply?

The most common reason reported is: increased demand. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.

Which companies have Tetracaine shortages?

Bausch Health.