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💊 Medicine AT June 24, 2026

Vimovo 500 mg/20 mg Tabletten mit veränderter Wirkstofffreisetzung 500 mg/20 mg (Tablette mit veränderter Wirkstofffreisetzung)

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Vimovo 500 mg/20 mg Tabletten mit veränderter Wirkstofffreisetzung 500 mg/20 mg (Tablette mit veränderter Wirkstofffreisetzung)
📷 Wikipedia: Esomeprazole · Source
Parallel export ban in effect. Supply is limited due to manufacturing capacity issues. Affected packs: 60-tablet boxes and bottles unavailable since June 24, 2026, with restocking expected July 1, 2026; 30-tablet boxes and bottles unavailable since June 18, 2026, with restocking expected July 10, 2026.
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Resolved by agency
The issuing agency has confirmed this medicine alert is over — the underlying issue was addressed. Originally reported 79 days ago.
📈 Timeline
13 days in total
June 25, 2026 July 8, 2026

What is this? This is a prescription pain-relief tablet that combines two medicines. It is used to treat joint pain and swelling.

What's happening? The tablets are in short supply right now. The company cannot make enough to meet demand.

Does this affect me? If your doctor has prescribed this exact tablet, you may not be able to get it at the pharmacy.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for another suitable pain-relief option 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)
ESOMEPRAZOL MAGNESIUM NAPROXEN
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: M01AE52 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Grünenthal Österreich GmbH, Mariahilfer Straße 123 Top 341, 1060 Wien, Österreich · Affected packs: 60 Stück Schachtel, Flasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-06-24, resupply 2026-07-01] · 30 Stück Schachtel, Flasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-06-18, resupply 2026-07-10]

First published
June 24, 2026
Last refreshed by us
2 months 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.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Vimovo 500 mg/20 mg Tabletten mit veränderter Wirkstofffreisetzung 500 mg/20 mg (Tablette mit veränderter Wirkstofffreisetzung). Parallel export ban in effect. Supply is limited due to manufacturing capacity issues. Affected packs: 60-tablet boxes and bottles unavailable since June 24, 2026, with restocking expected July 1, 2026; 30-tablet boxes and bottles unavailable since June 18, 2026, with restocking...
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 24, 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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