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JP ATC M04AA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Allopurinol shortage in Japan
Is there an Allopurinol shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Allopurinol product is reported short in Japan, the first since 9 Sep 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in United States, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | アロプリノール錠50mg「ツルハラ」 | Tsuruhara | 9 Sep 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
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.