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💊 Medicine AT June 26, 2026

Valaciclovir Viatris 1000 mg - Filmtabletten 1000 mg (Filmtablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Valaciclovir · Source
Valaciclovir Viatris 1000 mg - Filmtabletten 1000 mg (Filmtablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Valaciclovir · Source
Valaciclovir Viatris 1000 mg film-coated tablets are currently unavailable due to a manufacturing delay. Parallel export is prohibited.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 77 days ago.
📈 Timeline
47 days in total
June 27, 2026 August 13, 2026

What is this? Valaciclovir is a medicine used to treat infections caused by viruses, like cold sores or shingles.

What's happening? The 1000 mg tablets are not available right now because of a delay in making more.

Does this affect me? If you take this strength in Austria, you may not be able to get it until August.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for another treatment while supplies are low.

🤖 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)
VALACICLOVIRHYDROCHLORID
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: J05AB11 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Viatris Limited, Damastown Industrial Park Mulhuddart -, D15 XD71 Dublin 15, Irland · Affected packs: 21 Stück Schachtel, Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-06-23, resupply 2026-09-07]

First published
June 26, 2026
Last refreshed by us
4 weeks ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://medikamente.basg.gv.at/en/medicine-shortage

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Valaciclovir Viatris 1000 mg - Filmtabletten 1000 mg (Filmtablette). Valaciclovir Viatris 1000 mg film-coated tablets are currently unavailable due to a manufacturing delay. Parallel export is prohibited.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 26, 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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