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💊 Medicine AT June 2, 2026

Eporatio 30.000 I.E./1 ml Injektionslösung in Fertigspritze 30.000 I.E./1 ml (Injektionslösung)

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Eporatio 30.000 I.E./1 ml Injektionslösung in Fertigspritze 30.000 I.E./1 ml (Injektionslösung)
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Parallel export ban in effect. Injection solution in pre-filled syringe unavailable since June 1, 2026.
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Shortage ongoing
EPOETIN THETA is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
14 days active so far
June 4, 2026 June 17, 2026

What is this? Eporatio is a medicine given by injection. It helps the body make red blood cells.

What's happening? The maker cannot send out new packs right now. The packs are not available.

Does this affect me? If you use Eporatio in Austria, you may not find it at the pharmacy.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for help finding another safe 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.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Active substance(s)
EPOETIN THETA
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: B03XA01 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Ratiopharm GmbH, Graf-Arco-Straße 3, 89079 Ulm, Federal Republic of Germany · Affected packs: 4 Stück Schachtel, Fertigspritze [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-06-01]

First published
June 2, 2026
Last refreshed by us
10 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.

❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Eporatio 30.000 I.E./1 ml Injektionslösung in Fertigspritze 30.000 I.E./1 ml (Injektionslösung). Parallel export ban in effect. Injection solution in pre-filled syringe unavailable since June 1, 2026.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 2, 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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