💊 Medicine AT April 24, 2026

Efectin ER 150 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert 150 mg (Hartkapsel, retardiert)

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Parallel export ban in effect.

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Shortage ongoing

VENLAFAXIN HYDROCHLORID is currently in short supply in AT.

📈 Timeline

118 days active so far

May 18, 2026 September 12, 2026

What is this? Efectin ER 150 mg is a slow-release capsule used for depression or anxiety. It contains venlafaxine.

What's happening? The 150 mg strength (30-capsule pack) is out of stock. The 10-capsule pack is still available.

Does this affect me? If you take the 150 mg dose, you may need a different strength or brand.

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

🤖 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)

VENLAFAXIN HYDROCHLORID

Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: N06AX16 · Reason: Erhöhter Mehrbedarf · Marketing authorisation holder: Viatris Healthcare Limited, Damastown Road Damastown Industrial Park -, D15 XD71 Dublin 15, Irland · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-04-22, resupply 2026-09-30] · 10 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-08-10, resupply 2026-11-24]

First published

April 24, 2026

Last refreshed by us

2 weeks ago

Severity (as classified)

High

Official source

https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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📋 Quick facts

Status

Shortage ongoing

Affects

First detected by us

May 18, 2026

Agency-reported start

April 24, 2026

Days active

117

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?

Efectin ER 150 mg Hartkapseln, retardiert 150 mg (Hartkapsel, retardiert). Parallel export ban in effect.

▸ When was this alert issued?

This alert was issued on April 24, 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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