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💊 Medicine AT April 28, 2026

Mexalen 500 mg - Tabletten 500 mg (Tablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Paracetamol · Source
Mexalen 500 mg - Tabletten 500 mg (Tablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Paracetamol · Source
Mexalen 500 mg tablets are temporarily unavailable due to production delays. The 30-tablet pack remains available; the 60-tablet pack is not available.
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Shortage ongoing
PARACETAMOL is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
10 days active so far
May 18, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? Mexalen 500 mg tablets contain paracetamol. Paracetamol is a common painkiller and fever reducer.

What's happening? The 60-tablet pack is not available. The 30-tablet pack is still in stock.

Does this affect me? If you usually take the 60-tablet pack, you may need to adjust.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice on how to get the medicine you need.

🤖 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)
PARACETAMOL
Agency-published detail

ATC: N02BE01 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Teva B.V., Swensweg 5, 2031 GA Haarlem, Niederlande · Affected packs: 60 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-04-27] · 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar]

First published
April 28, 2026
Last refreshed by us
15 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?
Mexalen 500 mg - Tabletten 500 mg (Tablette). Mexalen 500 mg tablets are temporarily unavailable due to production delays. The 30-tablet pack remains available; the 60-tablet pack is not available.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 28, 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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