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💊 Medicine AT September 3, 2026

Simvastatin Hexal 80 mg - Filmtabletten 80 mg (Filmtablette)

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Simvastatin Hexal 80 mg - Filmtabletten 80 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Simvastatin · Source
ATC
C10AA01
Reason
Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung
Marketing authorisation holder
Hexal Pharma GmbH, Jakov-Lind-Straße 5,Top 3.05, 1020 Wien, Österreich
Affected packs
30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-01]
⚠️
Shortage ongoing
SIMVASTATIN is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
7 days active so far
September 4, 2026 September 10, 2026
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Active substance(s)
SIMVASTATIN
Agency-published detail

ATC: C10AA01 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Hexal Pharma GmbH, Jakov-Lind-Straße 5,Top 3.05, 1020 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-01]

First published
September 3, 2026
Last refreshed by us
14 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 Hexal 80 mg - Filmtabletten 80 mg (Filmtablette). ATC: C10AA01 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Hexal Pharma GmbH, Jakov-Lind-Straße 5,Top 3.05, 1020 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 30 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-09-01]
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on September 3, 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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