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AT ATC N06AB10 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Escitalopram shortage in Austria
Is there an Escitalopram shortage in Austria?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Escitalopram products are reported short in Austria, the first since 19 Aug 2026. The company estimate for the return is 30 Nov 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Austria
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | Escitalopram Sandoz 10 mg - Filmtabletten, 100 Stück | Sandoz GmbH | 19 Aug 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung |
| AT | Escitalopram Krka 20 mg Filmtabletten, 14 Stück | KRKA d.d. Novo Mesto | 13 Oct 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Verzögerung bei der Herstellung |
Source
BASG (Austrian Federal Office for Safety in Health Care). Official list. All reported restrictions, listed per pack (PZN).