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JP ATC N03AF01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Carbamazepine shortage in Japan
Is there a Carbamazepine shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Carbamazepine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 7 Mar 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in United States, Canada, Germany, Italy. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | カルバマゼピン細粒50%「フジナガ」 limited | 藤永製薬 | 7 Mar 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | カルバマゼピン細粒50%「アメル」 limited | Kyowa Pharmaceutical | 5 Jun 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | テグレトール細粒50% limited | Sun Pharma | 24 Jun 2024 | 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.