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ATC J01DB04 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Cefazolin shortage in Japan

Is there a Cefazolin shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Cefazolin product is reported short in Japan, the first since 18 Aug 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: quality problem or recall.

Also short in Canada, Spain, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
セファゾリンNa注射用2g「CHM」ケミックス18 Aug 2026not givenQuality problem or recall
Quality 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.