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💊 Medicine AT May 22, 2026

Cathejell Diphenhydramin 1 % / Chlorhexidin 0,05 % Gel (in Tuben) 1 % / 0,05 % (Gel zur Anwendung in der Harnröhre)

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Cathejell Diphenhydramin 1 % / Chlorhexidin 0,05 % Gel (in Tuben) 1 % / 0,05 % (Gel zur Anwendung in der Harnröhre)
📷 Wikipedia: Diphenhydramine · Source
Cathejell Diphenhydramin 1% / Chlorhexidine 0.05% urethral gel (in tubes) is temporarily unavailable due to manufacturing delays. Parallel export is prohibited.
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Shortage ongoing
DIPHENHYDRAMIN HYDROCHLORID is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
5 days active so far
May 23, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? This is a gel used inside the tube that carries urine out of the body. It contains two medicines: diphenhydramin and chlorhexidin.

What's happening? The gel is not available right now. The company cannot make more until June 30.

Does this affect me? If your doctor told you to use this gel, you may not be able to get it until the end of June.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor what to use instead while you wait.

🤖 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

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: N01BX · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Pharmazeutische Fabrik Montavit Ges.m.b.H., Salzbergstraße 96, 6067 Absam, Österreich · Affected packs: 100 g Schachtel, Tube [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-22, resupply 2026-06-30]

First published
May 22, 2026
Last refreshed by us
13 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Cathejell Diphenhydramin 1 % / Chlorhexidin 0,05 % Gel (in Tuben) 1 % / 0,05 % (Gel zur Anwendung in der Harnröhre). Cathejell Diphenhydramin 1% / Chlorhexidine 0.05% urethral gel (in tubes) is temporarily unavailable due to manufacturing delays. Parallel export is prohibited.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 22, 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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