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💊 Medicine AT September 8, 2026

Pioglitazone Actavis 45 mg Tabletten 45 mg (Tablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Pioglitazone · Source
Pioglitazone Actavis 45 mg Tabletten 45 mg (Tablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Pioglitazone · Source

🚫 Parallel export ban active

ATC
A10BG03
Reason
Verzögerung bei der Auslieferung
Marketing authorisation holder
Actavis Group PTC ehf., Reykjavikurvegi 76-78, 220 Hafnarfjoerdur, Republic of Iceland
Affected packs
28 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-07]
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Shortage ongoing
PIOGLITAZON HYDROCHLORID is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
2 days active so far
September 9, 2026 September 10, 2026
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Active substance(s)
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: A10BG03 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Auslieferung · Marketing authorisation holder: Actavis Group PTC ehf., Reykjavikurvegi 76-78, 220 Hafnarfjoerdur, Republic of Iceland · Affected packs: 28 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-07]

First published
September 8, 2026
Last refreshed by us
14 hours 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?
Pioglitazone Actavis 45 mg Tabletten 45 mg (Tablette). 🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: A10BG03 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Auslieferung · Marketing authorisation holder: Actavis Group PTC ehf., Reykjavikurvegi 76-78, 220 Hafnarfjoerdur, Republic of Iceland · Affected packs: 28 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar,...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on September 8, 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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