DE ATC C09CA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Valsartan shortage in Germany
Is there a Valsartan shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Valsartan products are reported short in Germany, the first since 19 Mar 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in United States, Italy, Ireland, Austria, Norway, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | VALSARTAN BASICS 320 mg Filmtabletten | Basics GmbH | 19 Mar 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
| DE | VALSARTAN BASICS 320 mg Filmtabletten | Basics GmbH | 19 Mar 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
| DE | VALSARTAN BASICS 320 mg Filmtabletten | Basics GmbH | 19 Mar 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
| DE | VALSARTAN BASICS 160 mg Filmtabletten | Basics GmbH | 8 Jul 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
| DE | VALSARTAN BASICS 160 mg Filmtabletten | Basics GmbH | 8 Jul 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
| DE | VALSARTAN BASICS 80 mg Filmtabletten | Basics GmbH | 24 Sep 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Produktionsproblem |
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.