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💊 Medicine AT May 20, 2026

Atorvastatin Viatris 40 mg Filmtabletten 40 mg (Filmtablette)

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Atorvastatin Viatris 40 mg Filmtabletten 40 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Atorvastatin · Source
Atorvastatin Viatris 40 mg film-coated tablets are delayed. Affected packs are the 30-tablet box with blister strips.
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Shortage ongoing
ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM TRIHYDRAT is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
7 days active so far
May 21, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? Atorvastatin is a medicine used to lower cholesterol. It comes as 40 mg tablets.

What's happening? The tablets are delayed and not available right now. They should arrive back on June 22.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, you may have trouble getting it until June 22.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before running out.

🤖 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)
ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM TRIHYDRAT
Agency-published detail

ATC: C10AA05 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Auslieferung · Marketing authorisation holder: Viatris Healthcare Limited, Damastown Road Damastown Industrial Park -, D15 XD71 Dublin 15, Irland · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-11, resupply 2026-06-22]

First published
May 20, 2026
Last refreshed by us
13 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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Atorvastatin Viatris 80 mg Filmtabletten 80 mg (Filmtablette)

Atorvastatin Viatris 80 mg film-coated tablets are delayed. Affected packs are the 30-tablet box and blister pack.

❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Atorvastatin Viatris 40 mg Filmtabletten 40 mg (Filmtablette). Atorvastatin Viatris 40 mg film-coated tablets are delayed. Affected packs are the 30-tablet box with blister strips.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 20, 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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