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ATC D01AE23 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Butenafine shortage in Japan

Is there a Butenafine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Butenafine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 16 Jun 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ボレークリーム1% limitedHisamitsu16 Jun 2026not givenIncreased demand
ボレー外用液1% limitedHisamitsu16 Jun 2026not givenIncreased demand
メンタックスクリーム1% limitedKaken9 Jul 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.