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ATC S01HA03 · Ophthalmologicals

Tetracaine shortage

As of 31 Oct 2026, Tetracaine has a reported shortage in 1 of the 5 countries we track (Belgium), covering 1 product.

Countries1/5
Products1packs or presentations
Short since–
Earliest return27 Jan 2027company estimate
No return date0products
Main reasonIncreased demand

Affected products

CountryProductHolderSinceExpected backReason
BEMinims Tetracaine Hydrochloride 10 mg/ml eye drops sol. single-dose cont. 20 x 0.5 ml announcedBausch + Lomb Ireland4 Nov 202627 Jan 2027Increased demand

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

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