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JP ATC A02BA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Cimetidine shortage in Japan
Is there a Cimetidine shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Cimetidine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 4 Jul 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: active ingredient shortage.
Also short in Canada. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | シメチジン錠200mg「クニヒロ」 limited | 皇漢堂製薬 | 4 Jul 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | シメチジン錠400mg「クニヒロ」 limited | 皇漢堂製薬 | 4 Jul 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | シメチジン細粒20%「ツルハラ」 | Tsuruhara | 9 Sep 2024 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply problem |
| JP | シメチジン錠200mg「ツルハラ」 | Tsuruhara | 9 Sep 2024 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply problem |
| JP | タガメット錠200mg limited | Sumitomo Pharma | 7 Mar 2025 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply problem |
| JP | カイロック細粒40% limited | 藤本製薬 | 20 May 2026 | not given | Active ingredient shortage Raw material (active ingredient) supply 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.