JP ATC C07AB03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Atenolol shortage in Japan
Is there an Atenolol shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Atenolol products are reported short in Japan, the first since 11 Mar 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Austria, Czechia, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | アテノロール錠50mg「サワイ」 | Sawai | 11 Mar 2024 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply problem |
| JP | アテノロール錠25mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 22 Oct 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | アテノロール錠50mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 22 Oct 2026 | 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.