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💊 Medicine AT May 11, 2026

Aprepitant Sandoz 80 mg – Hartkapseln 80 mg (Hartkapsel)

📷 Wikipedia: Aprepitant · Source
Aprepitant Sandoz 80 mg – Hartkapseln 80 mg (Hartkapsel)
📷 Wikipedia: Aprepitant · Source
Aprepitant Sandoz 80 mg hard capsules are not available in packs of 2 since May 11, 2026. Packs of 5 remain available.
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Shortage ongoing
APREPITANT is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
11 days active so far
May 18, 2026 May 28, 2026

What is this? Aprepitant is a medicine in capsules used to stop nausea and vomiting.

What's happening? Some packs of Aprepitant Sandoz 80 mg are not available right now.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, check with your pharmacist.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before changing your medicine.

🤖 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.

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Active substance(s)
Agency-published detail

ATC: A04AD12 · Reason: Erhöhter Mehrbedarf · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 2 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-11] · 5 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar]

First published
May 11, 2026
Last refreshed by us
8 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Aprepitant Sandoz 80 mg – Hartkapseln 80 mg (Hartkapsel). Aprepitant Sandoz 80 mg hard capsules are not available in packs of 2 since May 11, 2026. Packs of 5 remain available.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 11, 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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