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💊 Medicine AT March 20, 2026

Ramipril Actavis 5 mg Tabletten 5 mg (Tablette)

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Ramipril Actavis 5 mg Tabletten 5 mg (Tablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Ramipril · Source
Ramipril Actavis 5 mg tablets are delayed. The 10-tablet pack is unavailable since 1 April 2026. The 30-tablet pack remains available.
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Shortage ongoing
RAMIPRIL is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
10 days active so far
May 18, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? Ramipril Actavis 5 mg are tablets used for blood pressure and heart problems. They contain the active ingredient ramipril.

What's happening? Some packs of these tablets are not available right now. The small box with 10 tablets is out of stock.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, you may not find the 10-tablet pack at your pharmacy.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before changing how you take 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.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Active substance(s)
RAMIPRIL
Agency-published detail

ATC: C09AA05 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Actavis Group PTC ehf., Dalshraun 1, 220 Hafnarfjördur, Republic of Iceland · Affected packs: 10 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-04-01] · 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar, since 2026-03-09]

First published
March 20, 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?
Ramipril Actavis 5 mg Tabletten 5 mg (Tablette). Ramipril Actavis 5 mg tablets are delayed. The 10-tablet pack is unavailable since 1 April 2026. The 30-tablet pack remains available.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 20, 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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