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ATC D01AC10 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Bifonazole shortage in Japan

Is there a Bifonazole shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Bifonazole products are reported short in Japan, the first since 5 Jan 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Italy, Spain. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ビホナゾールクリーム1%「イワキ」 limited岩城製薬5 Jan 2026not givenManufacturing problem
マイコスポールクリーム1% limitedBayer21 Apr 2026not givenIncreased demand
ビホナゾールクリーム1%「サワイ」 limitedSawai28 May 2026not 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.