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💊 Medicine AT May 26, 2026

Levetiracetam Sandoz 1000 mg - Filmtabletten 1000 mg (Filmtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Levetiracetam · Source
Levetiracetam Sandoz 1000 mg - Filmtabletten 1000 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Levetiracetam · Source
Levetiracetam Sandoz 1000 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable in packs of 100 since 26 May 2026 due to manufacturing shortages; packs of 60 remain available.
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Shortage ongoing
LEVETIRACETAM is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
1 days active so far
May 27, 2026 May 27, 2026
Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? Levetiracetam is a medicine used for epilepsy. It comes as 1000 mg tablets.

What's happening? The 100-tablet pack is out of stock. The 60-tablet pack is still available.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, check your pack size. The 100-tablet pack is missing.

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

🤖 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)
LEVETIRACETAM
Agency-published detail

ATC: N03AX14 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 100 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-26] · 60 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar]

First published
May 26, 2026
Last refreshed by us
13 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?
Levetiracetam Sandoz 1000 mg - Filmtabletten 1000 mg (Filmtablette). Levetiracetam Sandoz 1000 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable in packs of 100 since 26 May 2026 due to manufacturing shortages; packs of 60 remain available.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 26, 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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