Nizhny Novgorod residents complained about the shortage of "Salofalk": what is happening

      On June 10, 2026, 18:04 Society In the Nizhny Novgorod region, there is a shortage of the drug "Salofalk," which is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis (UC). As reported by the Telegram channel "Caution, news," residents of Nizhny Novgorod complain that they have been unable to purchase the medication for about two weeks, despite inquiries at pharmacies. Patients note that the drug is considered vital and must be taken continuously. According to residents of Nizhny Novgorod, the availability of the medication remains unstable: some pharmacies still have analogs, but their numbers are quickly decreasing. As a reader of NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" reported, finding the medication in the city is extremely difficult. "I've been chasing it all over the city for several months, I even went to Shcherbinki," she complained. The Nizhny Novgorod regional pharmacy clarified in response to an inquiry from NIA that "Salofalk" in the form of rectal suppositories (candles) is available at the "State Pharmacy," but in limited quantities. At the same time, the warehouse of GP NO "NOF" has mesalazine medications available in various dosages and forms for the provision of hospital and preferential segments. A representative of the region's healthcare sector, Alexey Nikonov, explained that the drug can be replaced with generics. The selection of an analog and form of release should only be carried out by a doctor. He also reminded that in the absence of a preferential medication, the prescription is placed for deferred service with a term of up to 10 working days from the date of the request, and the medication can be obtained by a trusted person of the patient. It was previously reported that the Nizhny Novgorod region will receive 37.5 million rubles for medications for beneficiaries. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay informed about the main events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod." When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+