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ATC C01BB04 · Antiarrhythmics, Class Ib · updated 2 Nov 2026
Aprindine shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Aprindine has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Japan), covering 2 products from 1 company.
Is there an Aprindine shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Aprindine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesListed: Nipro 8086 · Tokyo
Compared with similar medicines
ATC group C01BB · Antiarrhythmics, Class IbAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | アプリンジン塩酸塩カプセル10mg「NP」 limited | Nipro | 17 Jan 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | アプリンジン塩酸塩カプセル20mg「NP」 limited | Nipro | 14 Feb 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there an Aprindine shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Aprindine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
When will Aprindine be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Japan: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Aprindine in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: increased demand. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Aprindine shortages?
Nipro.