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💊 Medicine AT July 28, 2026

Simvastatin 1A Pharma 40 mg - Filmtabletten (Filmtablette)

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Simvastatin 1A Pharma 40 mg - Filmtabletten (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Simvastatin · Source
Simvastatin 1A Pharma 40 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable due to manufacturing shortages.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 46 days ago.
📈 Timeline
34 days in total
July 29, 2026 September 1, 2026

What is this? This is a medicine called simvastatin. It comes as a small tablet you swallow. It helps lower bad cholesterol in your blood.

What's happening? The company cannot make enough of this tablet right now. So, it is hard to find in pharmacies.

Does this affect me? If your doctor gave you this exact tablet, you may not be able to get it now.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for another safe option. Do not stop taking your medicine without talking to them first.

🤖 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)
SIMVASTATIN
Agency-published detail

ATC: C10AA01 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: 1 A Pharma GmbH, Jakov-Lind-Straße 5/3.05, 1020 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-07-28]

First published
July 28, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
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?
Simvastatin 1A Pharma 40 mg - Filmtabletten (Filmtablette). Simvastatin 1A Pharma 40 mg film-coated tablets are unavailable due to manufacturing shortages.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on July 28, 2026 by BASG (Austria).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Austria.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ 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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