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💊 Medicine AT May 16, 2018

Vicard 1 mg - Tabletten (Tablette)

📷 Wikipedia: Terazosin · Source
Vicard 1 mg - Tabletten (Tablette)
📷 Wikipedia: Terazosin · Source
Vicard 1 mg tablets are delayed in production.
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 3040 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
116 days in total
May 18, 2026 September 11, 2026
Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? Vicard 1 mg tablets are a medicine with the active ingredient terazosin. It is used to treat high blood pressure or prostate problems.

What's happening? There was a delay in making more Vicard tablets. Supplies are now back to normal.

Does this affect me? If you take Vicard, your usual supply should be available again.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need help or have questions.

🤖 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)
Agency-published detail

ATC: G04CA03 · Reason: Verzögerung bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Amdipharm Limited, 3 Burlington Road -, D04 RD68 Dublin 4, Irland · Affected packs: 28 Stück Blisterpackung [verfügbar, since 2023-04-15, resupply 2026-03-31] · 10 Stück Blisterpackung [Nicht verfügbar, since 2018-05-15]

First published
May 16, 2018
Last refreshed by us
3 months 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?
Vicard 1 mg - Tabletten (Tablette). Vicard 1 mg tablets are delayed in production.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 16, 2018 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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