BE ATC N05CF02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Zolpidem shortage in Belgium
Is there a Zolpidem shortage in Belgium?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Zolpidem products are reported short in Belgium, the first since 17 Jul 2026. The company estimate for the return is 6 Nov 2026 (latest 9 Aug 2027). Main reason: other.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Czechia, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Belgium
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE | Zolpeduar 10 mg subl. tabl. 30 | Viatris Healthcare | 17 Jul 2026 | 9 Aug 2027 | Other Other reason |
| BE | Zolpidem Sandoz 10 mg film-coat. tabl. 10 | Sandoz | 7 Oct 2026 | 6 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Delay in production |
| BE | Zolpeduar 10 mg subl. tabl. 60 | Viatris Healthcare | 20 Oct 2026 | 9 Aug 2027 | Other Other reason |
Source
FAMHP (Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products), PharmaStatus / SAMv2. Official list. All authorised packs with a declared temporary unavailability.