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JP ATC M05BA04 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Alendronic Acid shortage in Japan
Is there an Alendronic Acid shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Alendronic Acid products are reported short in Japan, the first since 11 Mar 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: quality problem or recall.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | アレンドロン酸錠5mg「サワイ」 | Sawai | 11 Mar 2024 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality problem |
| JP | アレンドロン酸錠35mg「サワイ」 limited | Sawai | 15 Sep 2026 | not given | Other |
| JP | アレンドロン酸錠35mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 22 Oct 2026 | not given | Increased demand |
Source
MHLW (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare), supply status of prescription medicines. Official list. Prescription products under limited shipment or supply suspension (delistings excluded); one row per product.