Tapentadol shortage status
2 active shortage notices across 2 countries.
Last updated 17 Sept 2026 · sourced from official medicines regulators
- Generic name (INN)
- Tapentadol
- Class
- Auto-created by National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency — Safety Alerts scraper
Where Tapentadol is in shortage
| Country | Severity | Notices | Since | Est. resolution | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | medium | 1 | 15 Sept 2026 | — | INFARMED |
| Malaysia | medium | 1 | 1 Jan 2019 | — | NPRA |
Why Tapentadol is in shortage
- supply-chain disruption — e.g. “Export restricted due to shortage” (Portugal)
- causes not stated by the regulator — e.g. “Risk of seizures” (Malaysia)
Frequently asked questions
Is Tapentadol currently in shortage?
Yes. As of the latest regulator updates, Tapentadol has 2 active shortage notices across 2 countries (Portugal, Malaysia). Status is refreshed daily from official regulatory sources.
Why is Tapentadol in shortage?
Regulators attribute the current Tapentadol shortages to supply-chain disruption, causes not stated by the regulator. The exact cause varies by country and product — each notice on this page links to the official source.
Where does this Tapentadol shortage data come from?
Every shortage notice on this page is scraped daily from an official national medicines regulator (such as the FDA, TGA, MHRA or EMA) and linked back to its source. Mederti aggregates 40+ regulators across 50+ countries and never publishes unsourced shortage claims.
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