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AT ATC J06BB03 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Varicella/Zoster Immunoglobulin shortage in Austria

Is there a Varicella/Zoster Immunoglobulin shortage in Austria?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Varicella/Zoster Immunoglobulin product is reported short in Austria, the first since 18 Sep 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Jan 2027. Main reason: quality problem or recall.

Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.

Affected products in Austria

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ATVaritect CP 25 I.E./ml Infusionslösung, 5 mlBiotest Pharma GmbH18 Sep 202631 Jan 2027Quality problem or recall
Qualitätsprobleme bei der Herstellung

Source

BASG (Austrian Federal Office for Safety in Health Care). Official list. All reported restrictions, listed per pack (PZN).