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💊 Medicine AT August 13, 2026

Fingolimod Zentiva 0,5 mg Hartkapseln 0,5 mg (Hartkapsel)

📷 Wikipedia: Fingolimod · Source
Fingolimod Zentiva 0,5 mg Hartkapseln 0,5 mg (Hartkapsel)
📷 Wikipedia: Fingolimod · Source
Fingolimod Zentiva 0.5 mg hard capsules are subject to a parallel export ban due to quality issues with the finished product.
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Shortage ongoing
FINGOLIMODHYDROCHLORID is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
29 days active so far
August 14, 2026 September 11, 2026

What is this? Fingolimod Zentiva is a medicine in capsules used for certain health problems. It comes in packs of 7 or 28 capsules.

What's happening? Some packs of this medicine are not available now. They will be back in October.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, you may not be able to get it right now.

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

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

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: L04AE01 · Reason: Qualitätsprobleme des Fertigproduktes · Marketing authorisation holder: Zentiva k.s., U Kabelovny 130 Dolni Mecholupy -, 102 37 Prague, Tschechische Republik · Affected packs: 28 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-08-13, resupply 2026-10-30] · 7 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-08-13, resupply 2026-10-30]

First published
August 13, 2026
Last refreshed by us
18 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?
Fingolimod Zentiva 0,5 mg Hartkapseln 0,5 mg (Hartkapsel). Fingolimod Zentiva 0.5 mg hard capsules are subject to a parallel export ban due to quality issues with the finished product.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on August 13, 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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