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AT ATC R05CB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Acetylcysteine shortage in Austria
Is there an Acetylcysteine shortage in Austria?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Acetylcysteine product is reported short in Austria, the first since 27 Oct 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Italy, Ireland, Czechia, Norway, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Austria
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | Acetylcystein Hexal 200 mg - Granulat, 20 Stück | Hexal Pharma GmbH | 27 Oct 2026 | not given | Increased demand Erhöhter Mehrbedarf |
Source
BASG (Austrian Federal Office for Safety in Health Care). Official list. All reported restrictions, listed per pack (PZN).