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💊 Medicine AT April 17, 2026

Eisencarboxymaltose Sandoz 50 mg/ml - Dispersion zur Injektion/Infusion 50 mg/ml (Dispersion zur Injektion/Infusion)

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Eisencarboxymaltose Sandoz 50 mg/ml - Dispersion zur Injektion/Infusion 50 mg/ml (Dispersion zur Injektion/Infusion)
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Iron carboxymaltose Sandoz 50 mg/ml injection/infusion solution 50 mg/ml is restricted from parallel export due to active ingredient shortages.
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Shortage ongoing
EISENCARBOXYMALTOSE is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
10 days active so far
May 18, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? This is a liquid medicine called Eisencarboxymaltose. It is given by injection or drip to treat low iron in the blood.

What's happening? Some packs of this medicine are not available right now. The small packs are out of stock.

Does this affect me? If you need this medicine, check with your pharmacist. They can tell you if the larger packs are in stock.

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

🤖 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)
EISENCARBOXYMALTOSE
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: B03AC · Reason: Verknappung des Wirkstoffes · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 1 Stück Schachtel, Durchstechflasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-05] · 1 Stück Schachtel, Durchstechflasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-04-17] · 5 Stück Schachtel, Durchstechflasche [verfügbar] · 5 Stück Schachtel, Durchstechflasche [verfügbar]

First published
April 17, 2026
Last refreshed by us
15 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
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?
Eisencarboxymaltose Sandoz 50 mg/ml - Dispersion zur Injektion/Infusion 50 mg/ml (Dispersion zur Injektion/Infusion). Iron carboxymaltose Sandoz 50 mg/ml injection/infusion solution 50 mg/ml is restricted from parallel export due to active ingredient shortages.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 17, 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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