Pediatricians from several European countries have warned of a shortage of medicines for children, including antibiotics and asthma treatments.

Doctors said in a letter addressed to health ministers seen by Agence France-Presse on Saturday that "it is necessary to find a quick, reliable and lasting solution" to the problems faced by drug stocks in Europe.

"The health of our children and young people is in danger due to a shortage of medicines across Europe," they added.

The letter was addressed to the health ministers of Austria, France, Germany, the Italian region of South Tyrol and Switzerland.

Doctors noted that it is the responsibility of policy makers to ensure adequate production and supply to ensure that essential medicines are available for child care.

And they added that it is essential that antibiotics, pain relievers, fever and asthma medications, and vaccines be available.

Responding to the letter on Saturday, German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach wrote on Twitter that the concerns were "fully justified", noting that a law aimed at addressing drug delivery issues is currently before the German parliament.

During the winter, Europe witnessed a shortage of antibiotics and other medicines, as increasing diseases, especially among children, caused an increase in the demand for medicines.