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💊 Medicine AT May 18, 2026

Linezolid ratiopharm 600 mg Filmtabletten 600 mg (Filmtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Linezolid · Source
Linezolid ratiopharm 600 mg Filmtabletten 600 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Linezolid · Source
Linezolid ratiopharm 600 mg film-coated tablets are delayed. Affected packs: 10-tablet boxes are unavailable since 18 May 2026; 20-tablet boxes remain available.
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Shortage ongoing
LINEZOLID is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
121 days active so far
May 19, 2026 September 16, 2026

What is this? This is a medicine called linezolid. It comes as a tablet. Doctors use it to treat infections.

What's happening? Some packs of this medicine are hard to get right now. The small box with 10 tablets is out of stock.

Does this affect me? If you take linezolid, check if you have the 10-tablet pack. Otherwise, you may not be affected.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor before changing your medicine. They can help you find another pack or 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)
LINEZOLID
Agency-published detail

ATC: J01XX08 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Auslieferung · Marketing authorisation holder: Teva B.V., Swensweg 5, 2031 GA Haarlem, Niederlande · Affected packs: 20 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar, since 2026-08-31] · 10 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-18]

First published
May 18, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Linezolid ratiopharm 600 mg Filmtabletten 600 mg (Filmtablette). Linezolid ratiopharm 600 mg film-coated tablets are delayed. Affected packs: 10-tablet boxes are unavailable since 18 May 2026; 20-tablet boxes remain available.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 18, 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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