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💊 Medicine AT May 6, 2026

Befodair 100 Mikrogramm/6 Mikrogramm pro Sprühstoß Druckgasinhalation, Lösung 100 Mikrogramm/6 Mikrogramm (Druckgasinhalation, Lösung)

📷 Wikipedia: Beclometasone · Source
Befodair 100 Mikrogramm/6 Mikrogramm pro Sprühstoß Druckgasinhalation, Lösung 100 Mikrogramm/6 Mikrogramm (Druckgasinhalation, Lösung)
📷 Wikipedia: Beclometasone · Source
This inhaler contains 100 micrograms of budesonide and 6 micrograms of formoterol per spray.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 128 days ago.
📈 Timeline
46 days in total
May 18, 2026 July 3, 2026

What is this? This is an asthma spray called Befodair. It has two medicines in one can: beclometasone and formoterol.

What's happening? The spray is hard to find right now. It ran out on May 6 and should come back on June 5.

Does this affect me? If you use Befodair, you may not be able to get it until June 5.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for help. They may give you a different spray to use for now.

🤖 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)
Agency-published detail

ATC: R03AK08 · Reason: Erhöhter Mehrbedarf · Marketing authorisation holder: Zentiva k.s., U Kabelovny 130 Dolni Mecholupy -, 102 37 Prague, Tschechische Republik · Affected packs: 1 Stück Schachtel, Druckbehältnis [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-06, resupply 2026-06-05]

First published
May 6, 2026
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
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?
Befodair 100 Mikrogramm/6 Mikrogramm pro Sprühstoß Druckgasinhalation, Lösung 100 Mikrogramm/6 Mikrogramm (Druckgasinhalation, Lösung). This inhaler contains 100 micrograms of budesonide and 6 micrograms of formoterol per spray.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 6, 2026 by BASG (Austria).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Austria.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ 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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