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💊 Medicine AT March 23, 2026

Veregen 10 % Salbe 10 % (Salbe)

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Veregen 10 % Salbe 10 % (Salbe)
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Parallel export is banned. The product is unavailable due to a manufacturing delay.
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Shortage ongoing
CAMELLIAE SINENSIS NON FERMENTATUM FOLIUM (AUSZUG) is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
10 days active so far
May 18, 2026 May 27, 2026

What is this? This is a skin ointment called Veregen. It is used to treat certain skin growths.

What's happening? The ointment is not available right now. It cannot be made fast enough to meet demand.

Does this affect me? If you use this ointment, you may not be able to get it until July.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice on other treatments.

🤖 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)
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: D11AX · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Aresus Pharma GmbH, Kastanienallee 46, 15344 Strausberg, Federal Republic of Germany · Affected packs: 15 g Schachtel, Tube [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-03-20, resupply 2026-07-15]

First published
March 23, 2026
Last refreshed by us
15 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?
Veregen 10 % Salbe 10 % (Salbe). Parallel export is banned. The product is unavailable due to a manufacturing delay.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 23, 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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