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💊 Medicine AT May 18, 2026

Risperidon Sandoz 1 mg - Filmtabletten 1 mg (Filmtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Risperidone · Source
Risperidon Sandoz 1 mg - Filmtabletten 1 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Risperidone · Source
Risperidone Sandoz 1 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable due to manufacturing shortages. Only the 60-tablet pack remains available.
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Shortage ongoing
RISPERIDON is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
9 days active so far
May 19, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? Risperidon is a medicine used to help with mental health problems. It comes as small tablets under the brand name Sandoz.

What's happening? Some packs of this medicine are hard to find right now. The company says they cannot make enough because of factory limits.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, check if your usual pack is missing. The bigger pack is still available.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for help if you cannot find your medicine. Do not stop taking it without advice.

🤖 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)
RISPERIDON
Agency-published detail

ATC: N05AX08 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 10 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-18] · 60 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [verfügbar]

First published
May 18, 2026
Last refreshed by us
13 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?
Risperidon Sandoz 1 mg - Filmtabletten 1 mg (Filmtablette). Risperidone Sandoz 1 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable due to manufacturing shortages. Only the 60-tablet pack remains available.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 18, 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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