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💊 Medicine AT May 27, 2026

Candesartan Sandoz 32 mg - Tabletten 32 mg (Tablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Candesartan · Source
Candesartan Sandoz 32 mg - Tabletten 32 mg (Tablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Candesartan · Source
Candesartan Sandoz 32 mg tablets are currently unavailable due to manufacturing capacity issues.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 107 days ago.
📈 Timeline
43 days in total
May 28, 2026 July 10, 2026

What is this? Candesartan Sandoz 32 mg is a tablet used for blood pressure. It contains the active ingredient candesartan cilexetil.

What's happening? The tablets are not available right now. This is because of a problem with making them.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, you may not be able to get it. This is in Austria.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice. They can help you find another option.

🤖 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)
CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL
Agency-published detail

ATC: C09CA06 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-27]

First published
May 27, 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?
Candesartan Sandoz 32 mg - Tabletten 32 mg (Tablette). Candesartan Sandoz 32 mg tablets are currently unavailable due to manufacturing capacity issues.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 27, 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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