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ATC S01GX07 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Azelastine shortage in Japan

Is there an Azelastine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Azelastine product is reported short in Japan, the first since 4 Mar 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: quality problem or recall.

Also short in Spain, Austria. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
アゼプチン錠0.5mgEisai4 Mar 2024not givenQuality problem or recall
Quality 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.