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💊 Medicine AT March 10, 2026

Fentabucc akut 200 Mikrogramm Buccaltabletten 200 µg (Buccaltablette)

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Fentabucc akut 200 Mikrogramm Buccaltabletten 200 µg (Buccaltablette)
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Fentabucc akut 200 microgram buccal tablets 200 µg (buccal tablet) Parallel export ban in effect. Affected packs: 28-tablet box, blister pack. Not available since 10 March 2026; resupply expected 14 September 2026.
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Shortage ongoing
FENTANYLCITRAT is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
10 days active so far
May 18, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? Fentabucc akut is a strong pain-relief tablet that dissolves inside the cheek. It contains fentanyl citrate.

What's happening? The tablets are out of stock right now. The maker cannot send more until September.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine in Austria, you may not be able to get it until September.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for another pain-relief option while you wait.

🤖 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: N02AB03 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Genericon Pharma Ges.m.b.H., Hafnerstraße 211, 8054 Graz, Österreich · Affected packs: 28 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-03-10, resupply 2026-09-14]

First published
March 10, 2026
Last refreshed by us
15 hours 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?
Fentabucc akut 200 Mikrogramm Buccaltabletten 200 µg (Buccaltablette). Fentabucc akut 200 microgram buccal tablets 200 µg (buccal tablet) Parallel export ban in effect. Affected packs: 28-tablet box, blister pack. Not available since 10 March 2026; resupply expected 14 September 2026.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 10, 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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