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JP ATC D10AF01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Clindamycin shortage in Japan
Is there a Clindamycin shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Clindamycin products are reported short in Japan, the first since 19 Dec 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in United States, Canada, Spain. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | クリンダマイシンリン酸エステルゲル1%「SUN」 limited | 大興製薬 | 19 Dec 2024 | not given | Other |
| JP | クリンダマイシンリン酸エステルゲル1%「クラシエ」 limited | シオノケミカル | 19 Dec 2024 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | クリンダマイシンリン酸エステルゲル1%「サワイ」 limited | Sawai | 4 Jun 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | クリンダマイシンリン酸エステルゲル1%「イワキ」 limited | 岩城製薬 | 7 Nov 2025 | not given | Manufacturing 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.