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💊 Medicine AT May 15, 2026

Rosuvastatin Actavis Group 40 mg Filmtabletten 40 mg (Filmtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Rosuvastatin · Source
Rosuvastatin Actavis Group 40 mg Filmtabletten 40 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Rosuvastatin · Source
Rosuvastatin Actavis Group 40 mg film-coated tablets are delayed. Affected packs are 30-tablet boxes with blister packs.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 119 days ago.
📈 Timeline
1 days in total
May 18, 2026 May 19, 2026

What is this? This is a cholesterol-lowering medicine called rosuvastatin. It comes as 40 mg tablets.

What's happening? The tablets are delayed and not available right now.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, you may not be able to get it until it’s back in stock.

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

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

ATC: C10AA07 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Auslieferung · Marketing authorisation holder: Actavis Group PTC ehf., Dalshraun 1, 220 Hafnarfjördur, Republic of Iceland · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-04]

First published
May 15, 2026
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Low
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?
Rosuvastatin Actavis Group 40 mg Filmtabletten 40 mg (Filmtablette). Rosuvastatin Actavis Group 40 mg film-coated tablets are delayed. Affected packs are 30-tablet boxes with blister packs.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 15, 2026 by BASG (Austria).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Austria.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Low risk. A low risk means harm is unlikely under normal use. The alert is informational but still worth reading.
▸ 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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