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💊 Medicine AT June 2, 2026

Concerta 18 mg Retardtabletten 18 mg (Retardtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Methylphenidate · Source
Concerta 18 mg Retardtabletten 18 mg (Retardtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Methylphenidate · Source
Parallel export ban in effect.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 101 days ago.
📈 Timeline
34 days in total
June 4, 2026 July 8, 2026

What is this? This is a medicine called Concerta. It is used to help people with attention problems. It comes in 18 mg tablets.

What's happening? The medicine is not available right now. It ran out on June 3, 2026. It should be back on July 3, 2026.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, you may not be able to get it now. Check with your doctor or pharmacist.

What should I do? Do not stop taking your medicine without talking to your doctor or pharmacist. Ask them for advice.

🤖 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)
METHYLPHENIDAT HYDROCHLORID
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: N06BA04 · Reason: Erhöhter Mehrbedarf · Marketing authorisation holder: Janssen-Cilag Pharma GmbH, Vorgartenstraße 206b, 1020 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Flasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-06-03, resupply 2026-07-10]

First published
June 2, 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?
Concerta 18 mg Retardtabletten 18 mg (Retardtablette). Parallel export ban in effect.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 2, 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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