Current Active Shortages
Venlafaxine 37.5mg modified release tablet
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Venlafaxine 37.5mg modified release tablet (PDF:156KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 23 June 2025
Fluoxetine 40mg capsules
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Fluoxetine 40mg capsules (PDF:139KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 29 Jan 2021
Fluoxetine 30mg capsules
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Fluoxetine 30mg capsules (PDF:144KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 20 Oct 2020
Fluoxetine 40mg capsules
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Fluoxetine 40mg capsules (PDF:135KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 20 May 2020
Fluoxetine 10mg tablets
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Fluoxetine 10mg tablets (PDF:134KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 12 Mar 2020
Fluoxetine 40mg capsules
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Fluoxetine 40mg capsules (PDF:131KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 3 Oct 2019
Fluoxetine 30mg capsules
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Fluoxetine 30mg capsules (PDF:124KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 3 Oct 2019
Fluoxetine 10mg capsules
Serious Shortage NHSBSA SSPSerious Shortage Protocol active for Fluoxetine 10mg capsules (PDF:151KB). Pharmacists may supply alternatives without GP referral.
Expected resolution: 3 Oct 2019
Venlafaxine 37.5mg modified-release tablets
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What to Do If Your Medication Is Affected
- Never stop antidepressants suddenly — always consult your GP
- Ask your pharmacist about alternative brands of the same medication
- Your GP can prescribe a different strength to work around shortages
- Request a slightly early prescription if you know a shortage is coming
- Contact the Samaritans (116 123) if you're struggling without medication
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This page is automatically updated when new shortage data is published. Last checked: 8 February 2026.