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💊 Medicine AT February 19, 2026

Voltaren Ophtha Abak 1 mg/ml Augentropfen 1 mg/ml (Augentropfen, Lösung)

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Voltaren Ophtha Abak 1 mg/ml Augentropfen 1 mg/ml (Augentropfen, Lösung)
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Parallel export is banned. This product is eye drops containing 1 mg/ml. Supply is limited due to manufacturing capacity issues.
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Shortage ongoing
DICLOFENAC NATRIUM is currently in short supply in AT.
📈 Timeline
73 days active so far
May 18, 2026 July 29, 2026

What is this? This is eye drops called Voltaren Ophtha Abak. They contain the medicine diclofenac sodium. They are used for eye problems.

What's happening? There is not enough of this medicine right now. It has been out of stock since February 2026. It may come back in September 2026.

Does this affect me? If you use these eye drops, you may not be able to get them now. This is in Austria.

What should I do? Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice. They can suggest another medicine for you.

🤖 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)
DICLOFENAC NATRIUM
Agency-published detail

🚫 Parallel export ban active · ATC: S01BC03 · Reason: Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung · Marketing authorisation holder: Laboratoires Thea, 12 Rue Louis Bleriot -, 63100 Clermont Ferrand, French Republic · Affected packs: 10 ml Schachtel, Flasche [Nicht verfügbar, since 2026-02-19, resupply 2026-09-01]

First published
February 19, 2026
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
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?
Voltaren Ophtha Abak 1 mg/ml Augentropfen 1 mg/ml (Augentropfen, Lösung). Parallel export is banned. This product is eye drops containing 1 mg/ml. Supply is limited due to manufacturing capacity issues.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on February 19, 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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