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Hydroxycarbamide shortage
As of 31 Oct 2026, Hydroxycarbamide has a reported shortage in 2 of the 5 countries we track (Italy, Belgium), covering 2 products.
Countries2/5
Products2packs or presentations
Short since11 Nov 202512 months ago
Earliest return30 Nov 2026company estimate
No return date1products
Main reasonIncreased demand
Timeline
ItalyBelgium
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 | IDROSSICARBAMIDE AUROBINDO | Eugia Pharma (Malta) Limited | 11 Nov 2025 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta/problemi produttivi |
| BE | Hydrea 500 mg hard caps. 20 | Cheplapharm Arzneimittel | 5 Oct 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Other Other reason |
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