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ATC S01XA20 · Ophthalmologicals
Artificial Tears and Other Indifferent Preparations shortage
As of 31 Oct 2026, Artificial Tears and Other Indifferent Preparations has a reported shortage in 1 of the 5 countries we track (Italy), covering 2 products.
Countries1/5
Products2packs or presentations
Short since10 Feb 20269 months ago
Earliest return14 Dec 2026company estimate
No return date0products
Main reasonIncreased demand
Timeline
Italy
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Affected products
| Country | Product | Holder | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | LACRISOL | BRUSCHETTINI S.R.L. | 10 Feb 2026 | 15 May 2027 | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi: distribuzione contingentata |
| IT | SICCAFLUID | THEA FARMA S.P.A. | 7 Sep 2026 | 14 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi (carenza relativa solo al canale retail) |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.