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💊 Medicine AT August 24, 2026

Diclofenac "S.Med" retard 75 mg - Tabletten 75 mg (Retardtablette)

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Diclofenac "S.Med" retard 75 mg - Tabletten 75 mg (Retardtablette)
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Diclofenac "S.Med" 75 mg slow-release tablets are affected.
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Shortage ongoing
DICLOFENAC NATRIUM is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
18 days active so far
August 25, 2026 September 11, 2026

What is this? Diclofenac is a pain-relief tablet used for swelling and pain.

What's happening? Some packs of this medicine are hard to find right now.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, check with your pharmacist.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor before making any changes.

🤖 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)
DICLOFENAC NATRIUM
Agency-published detail

ATC: M01AB05 · Reason: Erhöhter Mehrbedarf · Marketing authorisation holder: S.MED Handels GmbH, Zachgasse 1, 1220 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 50 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [eingeschränkt verfügbar, since 2026-08-24, resupply 2026-10-30] · 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar] · 10 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar]

First published
August 24, 2026
Last refreshed by us
18 hours 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?
Diclofenac "S.Med" retard 75 mg - Tabletten 75 mg (Retardtablette). Diclofenac "S.Med" 75 mg slow-release tablets are affected.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on August 24, 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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