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💊 Medicine AT June 3, 2026

Olanzapin Sandoz 2,5 mg - Filmtabletten 2,5 mg (Filmtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Olanzapine · Source
Olanzapin Sandoz 2,5 mg - Filmtabletten 2,5 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Olanzapine · Source
Olanzapine Sandoz 2.5 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable due to manufacturing shortages. Only the 7-tablet pack remains available.
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Shortage ongoing
OLANZAPIN is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
12 days active so far
June 6, 2026 June 17, 2026

What is this? Olanzapin is a medicine used to treat mental health problems. It comes as small tablets you swallow.

What's happening? Some packs of this medicine are hard to find right now. Only the smaller packs are still available.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, check if your usual pack is missing. Ask your pharmacist if they can help.

What should I do? Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before changing your medicine. They can find a safe solution for you.

🤖 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)
OLANZAPIN
Agency-published detail

ATC: N05AH03 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 28 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-06-03] · 7 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar]

First published
June 3, 2026
Last refreshed by us
4 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?
Olanzapin Sandoz 2,5 mg - Filmtabletten 2,5 mg (Filmtablette). Olanzapine Sandoz 2.5 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable due to manufacturing shortages. Only the 7-tablet pack remains available.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 3, 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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