Romania faces influenza vaccine shortages in pharmacies

influenza vaccine shortage Ministry of Health Romania Vaxigrip Influvac pharmacy supplies

Pharmacies across Romania are reporting shortages of injectable influenza vaccines, specifically Vaxigrip and Influvac, as high demand has exhausted initial September stocks. While some pharmacies report nearly empty shelves, the Ministry of Health states that sufficient supplies remain for intranasal vaccines for children (Fluenz) and high-dose vaccines for those over 60 (Efluelda).

To address the shortage, the Ministry of Health and the National Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (ANMDMR) have scheduled new deliveries. Over 350,000 doses of one injectable vaccine are expected to be distributed this week, followed by 250,000 doses of the other product by the end of October.

In Mureș County, local pharmacists noted that only 20 percent of the estimated seasonal requirement has been received. Additionally, patients have reported difficulties accessing treatments for chronic illnesses. The state continues to provide full compensation for vaccines for children, pregnant women, and those over 65, while offering 50 percent compensation for healthy adults aged 45 to 65.

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Alexandru Rogobete · Influvac · Ministry of Health · Ministry of Health Romania · Mureș · National Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices · National Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices of Romania · Romania · Vaxigrip

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[● 2 SOURCES] Four different influenza vaccines are authorized for the 2026-2027 season in Romania. www.formaremedicala.ro · www.dcnews.ro
[● 3 SOURCES] As of October 15, approximately 45,000 doses of injectable vaccines remained in limited stock. epitesti.ro · www.formaremedicala.ro · www.dcnews.ro
[● 3 SOURCES] Stocks remain sufficient for Fluenz (intranasal for children/adolescents) and Efluelda (for those over 60). epitesti.ro · www.formaremedicala.ro · www.dcnews.ro
[● 3 SOURCES] The Ministry of Health plans to distribute over 350,000 doses of injectable flu vaccine next week. epitesti.ro · www.formaremedicala.ro · www.dcnews.ro
[○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 256,000 people in Romania had received flu vaccinations by October 11, 2026. epitesti.ro
[● 3 SOURCES] An additional 250,000 doses are expected to be available by the end of October. epitesti.ro · www.formaremedicala.ro · www.dcnews.ro