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💊 Medicine AT July 9, 2025

Pregabalin Sandoz 200 mg Hartkapseln 200 mg (Hartkapsel)

📷 Wikipedia: Pregabalin · Source
Pregabalin Sandoz 200 mg Hartkapseln 200 mg (Hartkapsel)
📷 Wikipedia: Pregabalin · Source
Pregabalin Sandoz 200 mg hard capsules are unavailable in 84-count blister packs since July 9, 2025, due to manufacturing shortages. The 21-count blister pack remains available.
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 431 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
118 days in total
May 18, 2026 September 13, 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? Pregabalin is a medicine used for nerve pain or epilepsy. It comes as capsules.

What's happening? Some packs of Pregabalin Sandoz 200 mg capsules are out of stock. Other packs are still available.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, check if your pack is missing. Ask your pharmacist if another pack size works for you.

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

🤖 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)
PREGABALIN
Agency-published detail

ATC: N02BF02 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 84 Stück Blisterpackung, Schachtel [Nicht verfügbar, since 2025-07-09] · 21 Stück Blisterpackung, Schachtel [verfügbar]

First published
July 9, 2025
Last refreshed by us
3 months 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?
Pregabalin Sandoz 200 mg Hartkapseln 200 mg (Hartkapsel). Pregabalin Sandoz 200 mg hard capsules are unavailable in 84-count blister packs since July 9, 2025, due to manufacturing shortages. The 21-count blister pack remains available.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on July 9, 2025 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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