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JP ATC S03AA08 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Chloramphenicol shortage in Japan
Is there a Chloramphenicol shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Chloramphenicol products are reported short in Japan, the first since 27 Aug 2024. 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 | クロロマイセチン錠250 limited | Alfresa Pharma | 27 Aug 2024 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply problem |
| JP | クロロマイセチン錠50 limited | Alfresa Pharma | 27 Aug 2024 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply problem |
| JP | クロロマイセチン軟膏2% limited | Alfresa Pharma | 13 Nov 2025 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality problem |
| JP | クロラムフェニコール腟錠100mg「F」 limited | Fuji Pharma | 9 Apr 2026 | 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.