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💊 Medicine AT August 28, 2026

Tonsillol - Gurgellösung (Gurgellösung, Lösung zur Anwendung am Zahnfleisch, Lösung zur Anwendung in der Mundhöhle)

📷 Wikipedia: Dequalinium · Source
Tonsillol - Gurgellösung (Gurgellösung, Lösung zur Anwendung am Zahnfleisch, Lösung zur Anwendung in der Mundhöhle)
📷 Wikipedia: Dequalinium · Source
Tonsillol gargle solution (solution for gum use, solution for mouth use) is delayed.
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Shortage ongoing
DEQUALINIUM CHLORID is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
13 days active so far
August 29, 2026 September 10, 2026

What is this? Tonsillol is a mouth-gargle liquid used for the gums and throat. It contains dequalinium chloride.

What's happening? There is a delay in getting new supplies of this product. Some packs are not available.

Does this affect me? If you use this mouth-gargle in Austria, you may not find it in stores right now.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for another safe option while you wait.

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

ATC: R02AA02 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Auslieferung · Marketing authorisation holder: Teva B.V., Swensweg 5, 2031 GA Haarlem, Niederlande · Affected packs: 1 Stück Schachtel, Flasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-08-24] · 1 Stück Schachtel, Flasche [verfügbar]

First published
August 28, 2026
Last refreshed by us
14 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Tonsillol - Gurgellösung (Gurgellösung, Lösung zur Anwendung am Zahnfleisch, Lösung zur Anwendung in der Mundhöhle). Tonsillol gargle solution (solution for gum use, solution for mouth use) is delayed.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on August 28, 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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