💊 Medicine AT September 15, 2026

Rivastigmin Sandoz 4,6 mg/24 Stunden - transdermales Pflaster 4,6 mg/24 h (transdermales Pflaster)

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ATC: N06DA03
Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung
Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich
Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Beutel [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-14]

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Shortage ongoing

RIVASTIGMIN is currently in short supply in AT.

📈 Timeline

3 days active so far

September 16, 2026 September 18, 2026

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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)

Active substance(s)

RIVASTIGMIN

Agency-published detail

ATC: N06DA03 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Beutel [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-14] · 7 Stück Schachtel, Beutel [verfügbar]

First published

September 15, 2026

Last refreshed by us

8 hours ago

Severity (as classified)

High

Official source

https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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📋 Quick facts

Status

Shortage ongoing

Affects

First detected by us

September 16, 2026

Agency-reported start

September 15, 2026

Days active

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?

Rivastigmin Sandoz 4,6 mg/24 Stunden - transdermales Pflaster 4,6 mg/24 h (transdermales Pflaster). ATC: N06DA03 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestraße 10, 6250 Kundl, Österreich · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Beutel [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-14] · 7 Stück Schachtel, Beutel [verfügbar]

▸ When was this alert issued?

This alert was issued on September 15, 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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