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ATC C01BB04 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Aprindine shortage in Japan

Is there an Aprindine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Aprindine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 17 Jan 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

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

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
アプリンジン塩酸塩カプセル10mg「NP」 limitedNipro17 Jan 2025not givenIncreased demand
アプリンジン塩酸塩カプセル20mg「NP」 limitedNipro14 Feb 2025not givenIncreased 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.