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ATC B01AC23 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Cilostazol shortage in Japan

Is there a Cilostazol shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Cilostazol products are reported short in Japan, the first since 13 Mar 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: other.

Also short in Italy. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
シロスタゾールOD錠50mg「VTRS」 limitedViatris13 Mar 2026not givenOther
シロスタゾール錠100mg「サワイ」 limitedSawai31 Aug 2026not givenOther
シロスタゾール錠50mg「サワイ」 limitedSawai31 Aug 2026not givenOther

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.