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💊 Medicine AT June 2, 2026

Latanoprost comp ratiopharm 50 Mikrogramm/ml und 5 mg/ml Augentropfen (Augentropfen, Lösung)

📷 Wikipedia: Timolol · Source
Latanoprost comp ratiopharm 50 Mikrogramm/ml und 5 mg/ml Augentropfen (Augentropfen, Lösung)
📷 Wikipedia: Timolol · Source
Latanoprost comp ratiopharm eye drops (solution) 50 micrograms/ml and 5 mg/ml are delayed in production.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 101 days ago.
📈 Timeline
48 days in total
June 4, 2026 July 22, 2026

What is this? This is eye drops called Latanoprost comp ratiopharm. They help treat eye pressure problems.

What's happening? The company cannot make enough of these drops right now. They are hard to find.

Does this affect me? If you use these eye drops, you may not be able to get them.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for help. They can suggest 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)
TIMOLOLMALEAT LATANOPROST
Agency-published detail

ATC: S01ED51 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Teva B.V., Swensweg 5, 2031 GA Haarlem, Niederlande · Affected packs: 1 Stück Schachtel, Flasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-06-01]

First published
June 2, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 month ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
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?
Latanoprost comp ratiopharm 50 Mikrogramm/ml und 5 mg/ml Augentropfen (Augentropfen, Lösung). Latanoprost comp ratiopharm eye drops (solution) 50 micrograms/ml and 5 mg/ml are delayed in production.
▸ 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?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ 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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