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IT ATC J01XA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Vancomycin shortage in Italy
Is there a Vancomycin shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Vancomycin products are reported short in Italy, the first since 13 Jul 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in United States, Canada, Germany, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | VANCOTEX | PHARMATEX ITALIA S.R.L. | 13 Jul 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi: forniture discontinue |
| IT | VANCOMICINA MYLAN | MYLAN S.P.A. | 26 Oct 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
| IT | VANCOTEX anticipated discontinuation | PHARMATEX ITALIA S.R.L. | 30 Nov 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi: distribuzione contingentata |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.