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💊 Medicine AT May 18, 2026

Diflucan 2 mg/ml Infusionslösung 2 mg/ml (Infusionslösung)

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Diflucan 2 mg/ml Infusionslösung 2 mg/ml (Infusionslösung)
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Diflucan 2 mg/ml infusion solution is banned from parallel export. The 200 ml pack in vial is unavailable since 18 May 2026; the 50 ml and 100 ml packs in vial remain available.
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Shortage ongoing
FLUCONAZOL is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
117 days active so far
May 19, 2026 September 12, 2026

What is this? This is a liquid medicine called Diflucan. It is used to treat fungal infections. It is given through a vein with a needle.

What's happening? Some packs of Diflucan are not available right now. The 200 ml bottle is out of stock. The 50 ml and 100 ml bottles are still available.

Does this affect me? If you need the 200 ml bottle, you may have trouble finding it. The smaller sizes are still okay to use.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need the 200 ml bottle. They can help you 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: J02AC01 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Pfizer Corporation Austria Ges.m.b.H., Floridsdorfer Hauptstraße 1, 1210 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 200 ml Schachtel, Durchstechflasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-18] · 50 ml Schachtel, Durchstechflasche [verfügbar] · 100 ml Schachtel, Durchstechflasche [verfügbar]

First published
May 18, 2026
Last refreshed by us
4 weeks ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Diflucan 2 mg/ml Infusionslösung 2 mg/ml (Infusionslösung). Diflucan 2 mg/ml infusion solution is banned from parallel export. The 200 ml pack in vial is unavailable since 18 May 2026; the 50 ml and 100 ml packs in vial remain available.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 18, 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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