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💊 Medicine AT May 4, 2026

VAQTA 50 E/1 ml Injektionssuspension in einer Fertigspritze 50 U/ml (Injektionssuspension in einer Fertigspritze)

📷 Wikipedia: Hepatitis A virus internal ribosome entry site (IRES) · Source
VAQTA 50 E/1 ml Injektionssuspension in einer Fertigspritze 50 U/ml (Injektionssuspension in einer Fertigspritze)
📷 Wikipedia: Hepatitis A virus internal ribosome entry site (IRES) · Source
VAQTA 50 E/1 ml injection suspension in a pre-filled syringe 50 U/ml (injection suspension in a pre-filled syringe) is subject to a parallel export ban.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 23 days ago.
📈 Timeline
5 days in total
May 18, 2026 May 23, 2026

What is this? This is a vaccine that helps protect against hepatitis A. It is given as a shot in the arm.

What's happening? The vaccine is not available right now. It should be back in stock on May 22.

Does this affect me? If you need this vaccine now, you may not be able to get it.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need this vaccine or another option.

🤖 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)
HEPATITIS-A-VIRUS
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: J07BC02 · Reason: Erhöhter Mehrbedarf · Marketing authorisation holder: Merck Sharp & Dohme Ges.m.b.H., THE ICON VIENNA Turm A, 20. Stock, Wiedner Gürtel 9-13, 1100 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 1 Stück Schachtel, Fertigspritze [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-05-04, resupply 2026-05-22]

First published
May 4, 2026
Last refreshed by us
4 days ago
Severity (as classified)
Low
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.

❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
VAQTA 50 E/1 ml Injektionssuspension in einer Fertigspritze 50 U/ml (Injektionssuspension in einer Fertigspritze). VAQTA 50 E/1 ml injection suspension in a pre-filled syringe 50 U/ml (injection suspension in a pre-filled syringe) is subject to a parallel export ban.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 4, 2026 by BASG (Austria).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Austria.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Low risk. A low risk means harm is unlikely under normal use. The alert is informational but still worth reading.
▸ 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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