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💊 Medicine AT May 19, 2026

Simvastatin Alternova 40 mg - Filmtabletten (Filmtablette)

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Simvastatin Alternova 40 mg - Filmtabletten (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Simvastatin · Source
Simvastatin Alternova 40 mg film-coated tablets are temporarily unavailable due to a manufacturing delay. The affected packs are the 30-tablet box and blister pack.
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Shortage ongoing
SIMVASTATIN is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
8 days active so far
May 20, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? Simvastatin is a medicine that lowers cholesterol. It comes as 40 mg tablets.

What's happening? The tablets are not available right now. They will be back in stock on June 30.

Does this affect me? If you take this medicine, you may not be able to get it until then.

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

🤖 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: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: KRKA d.d. Novo Mesto, Smarjeska Cesta 6, 8501 Novo Mesto, Slowenien · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-19, resupply 2026-06-30]

First published
May 19, 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?
Simvastatin Alternova 40 mg - Filmtabletten (Filmtablette). Simvastatin Alternova 40 mg film-coated tablets are temporarily unavailable due to a manufacturing delay. The affected packs are the 30-tablet box and blister pack.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 19, 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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