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ATC J01DH02 · Antibacterials for Systemic Use
Meropenem shortage
As of 31 Oct 2026, Meropenem has a reported shortage in 2 of the 5 countries we track (Italy, Belgium), covering 4 products.
Countries2/5
Products4packs or presentations
Short since20 Feb 20268 months ago
Earliest return31 Dec 2026company estimate
No return date3products
Main reasonManufacturing problem
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 | MEROPENEM QILU | QILU PHARMA SPAIN S.L. | 20 Feb 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta: distribuzione contingentata |
| IT | MEROPENEM AUROBINDO | Eugia Pharma (Malta) Limited | 31 Mar 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | MEROPENEM AUROBINDO | Eugia Pharma (Malta) Limited | 31 Mar 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| BE | Meropenem Eugia 1 g inj./inf. sol. (pwdr.) i.v. vial 10 x 1 g | Eugia Pharma (Malta) | 10 Apr 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Other Other reason |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.