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💊 Medicine AT November 25, 2020

Cuvitru 200 mg/ml Injektionslösung zur subkutanen Anwendung 200 mg/ml (Injektionslösung)

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Cuvitru 200 mg/ml Injektionslösung zur subkutanen Anwendung 200 mg/ml (Injektionslösung)
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Cuvitru 200 mg/ml injection solution for subcutaneous use is subject to a parallel export ban due to active ingredient shortages.
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This alert was reported 2011 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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11 days in total
May 18, 2026 May 29, 2026
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What is this? This is a medicine called Cuvitru. It is given as a shot under the skin. It helps people with weak immune systems.

What's happening? There is not enough of this medicine in Austria right now. The company cannot send enough to meet all needs.

Does this affect me? If you or someone in your family uses this medicine, you may be affected.

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

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🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: J06BA01 · Reason: Verknappung des Wirkstoffes · Marketing authorisation holder: Baxalta Innovations GmbH, Industriestraße 67, 1221 Wien, Österreich · BASG note: Es handelt sich hierbei um ein Verfahren gemäß § 4 Abs. 1 der Verordnung über die Sicherstellung der Arzneimittelversorgung. Der Bedarf der Patientinnen und Patienten im Inland kann mit dieser Arzneispezialität nicht gedeckt werden, obwohl nach Angaben des Zulassungsinhabers keine Einschränkung der Vertriebsfähigkeit vorliegt. · Affected packs: 1 x 10 ml Durchstechflasche [verfügbar gemäß §4 (1), since 2020-11-25] · 1 x 20 ml Durchstechflasche [verfügbar gemäß §4 (1), since 2020-11-25] · 1 x 40 ml Durchstechflasche [verfügbar gemäß §4 (1), since 2020-11-25] · 5 x 40 ml Durchstechflasche [verfügbar gemäß §4 (1), since 2020-11-25] · 10 x 20 ml Durchstechflasche [verfügbar gemäß §4 (1), since 2020-11-25] · 30 x 10 ml Durchstechflasche [verfügbar gemäß §4 (1), since 2020-11-25] · 10 x 10 ml Durchstechflasche [verfügbar gemäß §4 (1), since 2020-11-25]

First published
November 25, 2020
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Low
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Cuvitru 200 mg/ml Injektionslösung zur subkutanen Anwendung 200 mg/ml (Injektionslösung). Cuvitru 200 mg/ml injection solution for subcutaneous use is subject to a parallel export ban due to active ingredient shortages.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on November 25, 2020 by BASG (Austria).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Austria.
How serious is this alert?
Low risk. A low risk means harm is unlikely under normal use. The alert is informational but still worth reading.
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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