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ATC S01EE03 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Bimatoprost shortage in Japan

Is there a Bimatoprost shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Bimatoprost products are reported short in Japan, the first since 7 Aug 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Canada, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ビマトプロスト点眼液0.03%「日点」 limitedロートニッテン7 Aug 2025not givenIncreased demand
ビマトプロスト点眼液0.03%「TS」 limitedテイカ製薬6 Feb 2026not givenOther

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.