Asthma medication shortages can be dangerous, particularly for reliever inhalers like salbutamol. Several inhaler brands have faced supply issues in the UK.
Current Shortage Status
✅ No active shortages currently match these medications. Sign up below to get alerted if this changes.
What to Do If Affected
- Always keep a spare reliever inhaler
- Ask your GP about alternative inhaler devices
- Check with multiple pharmacies for stock
- Don't switch preventer inhalers without medical advice
- Contact Asthma + Lung UK helpline: 0300 222 5800
If you need it today
Related Medicine Pages
Don't get caught off guard
Free email alerts if a medicine you take goes into short supply. Alerts are rare — that's good news.
Search shortages free →
Generated from official data: 12 November 2026 · Report an accuracy issue
Data sources: DHSC Medicine Supply Notifications · NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols · MHRA alerts
MediWatch is not medical advice. Always follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist, GP, specialist, NHS 111, or emergency services if you are unsure or unwell. Data checked daily.
Data sources: DHSC Medicine Supply Notifications · NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols · MHRA alerts
MediWatch is not medical advice. Always follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist, GP, specialist, NHS 111, or emergency services if you are unsure or unwell. Data checked daily.