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JP ATC R05CB03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Carbocisteine shortage in Japan
Is there a Carbocisteine shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Carbocisteine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 12 May 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: active ingredient shortage.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | カルボシステイン錠500mg「TCK」 limited | Tatsumi Kagaku | 12 May 2023 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | カルボシステイン錠500mg「ツルハラ」 | Tsuruhara | 9 Sep 2024 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply problem |
| JP | カルボシステインDS50%「ツルハラ」 limited | Tsuruhara | 16 Apr 2025 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply 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.