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💊 Medicine AT August 12, 2026

Alpha-Vision sine 2 mg/ml Augentropfen, Lösung im Einzeldosisbehältnis 2 mg/ml (Augentropfen, Lösung im Einzeldosisbehältnis)

📷 Wikipedia: Brimonidine · Source
Alpha-Vision sine 2 mg/ml Augentropfen, Lösung im Einzeldosisbehältnis 2 mg/ml (Augentropfen, Lösung im Einzeldosisbehältnis)
📷 Wikipedia: Brimonidine · Source
Alpha-Vision sine 2 mg/ml eye drops, solution in single-dose containers 2 mg/ml (eye drops, solution in single-dose containers)
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Shortage ongoing
BRIMONIDIN TARTRAT is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
29 days active so far
August 14, 2026 September 11, 2026

What is this? This is eye drops called Alpha-Vision sine. They contain a medicine called brimonidine to help lower eye pressure.

What's happening? The drops are out of stock right now. They will be back in stock on November 15.

Does this affect me? If you use these eye drops, you may not be able to get them until November.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice. They can suggest another option until the drops are available again.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Active substance(s)
BRIMONIDIN TARTRAT
Agency-published detail

ATC: S01EA05 · Reason: Erhöhter Mehrbedarf · Marketing authorisation holder: OmniVision GmbH, Lindberghstraße 9, 82178 Puchheim, Federal Republic of Germany · Affected packs: 60 Stück Schachtel, Einzeldosisbehältnis [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-08-03, resupply 2026-11-15]

First published
August 12, 2026
Last refreshed by us
18 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Alpha-Vision sine 2 mg/ml Augentropfen, Lösung im Einzeldosisbehältnis 2 mg/ml (Augentropfen, Lösung im Einzeldosisbehältnis). Alpha-Vision sine 2 mg/ml eye drops, solution in single-dose containers 2 mg/ml (eye drops, solution in single-dose containers)
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on August 12, 2026 by BASG (Austria).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Austria.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
▸ What should I do?
If you take this medicine, contact your pharmacist or prescribing doctor. They can advise on alternative products or substitutes. Do not stop taking prescription medicine without medical advice.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on medikamente.basg.gv.at.

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