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JP ATC J01DC09 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Cefmetazole shortage in Japan
Is there a Cefmetazole shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Cefmetazole products are reported short in Japan, the first since 4 Sep 2024. 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
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | セフメタゾン静注用1g limited | Alfresa Pharma | 4 Sep 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | セフメタゾン筋注用0.5g limited | Alfresa Pharma | 3 Oct 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | セフメタゾン静注用0.25g limited | Alfresa Pharma | 3 Oct 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | セフメタゾン静注用0.5g limited | Alfresa Pharma | 3 Oct 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | セフメタゾン静注用2g limited | Alfresa Pharma | 3 Oct 2024 | not given | Increased 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.