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💊 Medicine AT May 21, 2026

Quetialan 300 mg - Filmtabletten 300 mg (Filmtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Quetiapine · Source
Quetialan 300 mg - Filmtabletten 300 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Quetiapine · Source
Quetialan 300 mg film-coated tablets are subject to a parallel export ban. The medicine is currently in limited supply due to manufacturing capacity issues.
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Shortage ongoing
QUETIAPIN FUMARAT is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
6 days active so far
May 22, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? Quetialan is a medicine with the active ingredient quetiapine. It comes as film-coated tablets in two strengths.

What's happening? Some packs of 300 mg tablets are not available right now. The company cannot make enough to meet demand.

Does this affect me? If you take the 300 mg strength, you may have trouble finding it. The 150 mg strength is still available.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before changing your medicine.

🤖 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.

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🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: N05AH04 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: G.L. Pharma GmbH, Schloßplatz 1, 8502 Lannach, Österreich · Affected packs: 60 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-21, resupply 2026-07-10] · 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar]

First published
May 21, 2026
Last refreshed by us
13 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?
Quetialan 300 mg - Filmtabletten 300 mg (Filmtablette). Quetialan 300 mg film-coated tablets are subject to a parallel export ban. The medicine is currently in limited supply due to manufacturing capacity issues.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 21, 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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