JP ATC J01DB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Cefalexin shortage in Japan
Is there a Cefalexin shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 8 Cefalexin products are reported short in Japan, the first since 24 Nov 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: other.
Also short in Canada, Germany. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | セファレキシンドライシロップ小児用50%「日医工」 | Nichi-Iko | 24 Nov 2023 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality problem |
| JP | L-ケフレックス小児用顆粒 limited | Kyowa Pharmaceutical | 7 Feb 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | L-ケフレックス顆粒 limited | Kyowa Pharmaceutical | 7 Feb 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | セファレキシン顆粒500mg「JG」 | Choseido | 1 Mar 2024 | not given | Regulatory or licensing Regulatory action |
| JP | セファレキシンカプセル250mg「トーワ」 | Towa (Pensa) | 23 May 2024 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality problem |
| JP | ケフレックスシロップ用細粒100 | Kyowa Pharmaceutical | 7 May 2026 | not given | Other |
| JP | ケフレックスカプセル250mg limited | Kyowa Pharmaceutical | 3 Jul 2026 | not given | Other |
| JP | ケフレックスシロップ用細粒200 limited | Kyowa Pharmaceutical | 2 Oct 2026 | not given | Other |
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.