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ATC J01FA09 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Clarithromycin shortage in Japan

Is there a Clarithromycin shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Clarithromycin product is reported short in Japan, the first since 12 May 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Ireland. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
クラリスロマイシン錠200mg「TCK」 limitedTatsumi Kagaku12 May 2023not givenManufacturing 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.