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DE ATC S01LA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Verteporfin shortage in Germany
Is there a Verteporfin shortage in Germany?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Verteporfin product is reported short in Germany, the first since 1 Jul 2021. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Czechia, Norway, Sweden, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Germany
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE | Visudyne 15 mg Pulver zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung - OP1 | Cheplapharm Arzneimittel GmbH | 1 Jul 2021 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Unzureichende Produktionskapazitäten |
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.