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Is Flucloxacillin in Shortage?

UK supply status for Flucloxacillin — used for bacterial skin infections

Source data checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC
No current notice

No current notice — there is no active shortage notice for Flucloxacillin in official DHSC / NHSBSA data (official data last checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC). Local stock can still vary, so check with your pharmacy. This covers DHSC supply notices for community pharmacies and NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols; a supplier stock problem can affect pharmacies before a notice is issued.

Not medical advice. MediWatch reports official UK medicine supply data; it is not a substitute for advice from a pharmacist, GP or prescriber. Do not stop, change or switch a medicine without speaking to them first. If you are unwell, contact NHS 111, or call 999 in an emergency. How we check our information.

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Where to get Flucloxacillin

  1. Speak to your pharmacist. They may be able to order it from another wholesaler, or suggest a different strength or form.
  2. Ask your GP or prescriber about an alternative if it can't be sourced. Don't stop or switch medicine on your own.
  3. Try other pharmacies. Stock varies between pharmacies. Find nearby pharmacies to call or use the NHS Find a pharmacy service (opens in a new tab).
⚠️ Our data shows national supply status from DHSC, NHSBSA and MHRA. Your local pharmacy may still be temporarily out of stock due to delivery schedules or local demand. Always check with your pharmacist.

No current shortage notice. Flucloxacillin has no active shortage notice in official DHSC / NHSBSA data. Local stock can still vary, so check with your pharmacy.

About Flucloxacillin

Flucloxacillin is one of the most commonly prescribed medicines in the UK. It is primarily used for bacterial skin infections.

Category: Antibiotics

What to Do If You Can't Get Flucloxacillin

Even without a national shortage, individual pharmacies may occasionally have stock issues. If this happens:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flucloxacillin in shortage in the UK?

Based on the latest DHSC and NHSBSA data, Flucloxacillin does not currently have an active shortage notification. Supply situations can change — sign up for MediWatch alerts to be notified immediately if this changes.

What is Flucloxacillin used for?

Flucloxacillin is commonly prescribed in the UK for bacterial skin infections. It is one of the most widely prescribed medicines in the NHS.

What should I do if I can't get Flucloxacillin?

If your pharmacy cannot supply Flucloxacillin, ask them to check alternative suppliers. Your GP may also prescribe a suitable therapeutic alternative.

No Active Shortage

As of March 2026, Flucloxacillin does not have an active shortage notification from DHSC or NHSBSA. Supply situations can change rapidly — search MediWatch free any time to check if this changes.

⚠️ Important: NHS Listed Medication Safety

Urgency: Do not stop taking your prescribed medication without consulting your doctor, even if supply is disrupted.

What to do: Contact your GP or pharmacist as soon as you become aware of a shortage affecting your medication. The earlier you act, the more options you will have.

Tip: Phone ahead before visiting the pharmacy. Many pharmacies can check stock levels by phone and may be able to order your medication from their wholesaler.

Data sourced from DHSC Medicine Supply Notifications and NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols. Last verified: March 2026. See our data sources and editorial policy for full methodology.

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Source data checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC

Data sourced from DHSC and NHSBSA. Updated daily.

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