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ATC N05AX12 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Aripiprazole shortage in Japan

Is there an Aripiprazole shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Aripiprazole product is reported short in Japan, the first since 14 Feb 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden, Australia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
アリピプラゾールOD錠24mg「ニプロ」 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.