DE ATC C02CA06 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Urapidil shortage in Germany
Is there a Urapidil shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Urapidil products are reported short in Germany, the first since 9 Feb 2026. The company estimate for the return is 24 Nov 2026 (latest 7 Jun 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Austria, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Urapidil PUREN 90 mg Retardkapseln | PUREN Pharma GmbH & Co. KG | 9 Feb 2026 | 7 Jun 2027 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | Urapidil Stragen 90 mg retardierte Hartkapseln | Stragen Pharma GmbH | 1 Jul 2026 | 1 Dec 2026 | Other Sonstige |
| DE | Urapidil PUREN 30 mg Retardkapseln | PUREN Pharma GmbH & Co. KG | 6 Jul 2026 | 7 Jun 2027 | Manufacturing problem Probleme in der Herstellung |
| DE | Urapidil AL 30 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 1 Sep 2026 | 24 Nov 2026 | Increased demand Erhöhte Nachfrage |
| DE | Urapidil AL 30 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert | ALIUD PHARMA GmbH | 1 Sep 2026 | 24 Nov 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.