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💊 Medicine AT July 7, 2026

Concerta 27 mg Retardtabletten 27 mg (Retardtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Methylphenidate · Source
Concerta 27 mg Retardtabletten 27 mg (Retardtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Methylphenidate · Source
Concerta 27 mg extended-release tablets are subject to a parallel export ban.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 66 days ago.
📈 Timeline
54 days in total
July 9, 2026 September 1, 2026

What is this? This is a medicine called Concerta. It comes as a tablet that slowly releases the active ingredient methylphenidate hydrochloride.

What's happening? The medicine is not available right now. It may be back in stock on October 2.

Does this affect me? If you take Concerta 27 mg, you may be affected.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before changing anything.

🤖 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 2026-07-07, resupply 2026-10-02]

First published
July 7, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week 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 27 mg Retardtabletten 27 mg (Retardtablette). Concerta 27 mg extended-release tablets are subject to a parallel export ban.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on July 7, 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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