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AT ATC S01LA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Verteporfin shortage in Austria
Is there a Verteporfin shortage in Austria?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Verteporfin product is reported short in Austria, the first since 31 Jul 2020. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Czechia, Norway, Sweden, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Austria
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | Visudyne 15 mg Pulver zur Herstellung einer Infusionslösung, 1 Stück | Cheplapharm Arzneimittel GmbH | 31 Jul 2020 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Kapazitätsengpässe bei der Herstellung |
Source
BASG (Austrian Federal Office for Safety in Health Care). Official list. All reported restrictions, listed per pack (PZN).