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ATC C08DB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Diltiazem shortage in Japan

Is there a Diltiazem shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Diltiazem products are reported short in Japan, the first since 17 Oct 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ジルチアゼム塩酸塩徐放カプセル100mg「トーワ」 limited佐藤薬品工業17 Oct 2024not givenIncreased demand
ジルチアゼム塩酸塩徐放カプセル200mg「トーワ」 limited佐藤薬品工業17 Oct 2024not givenIncreased 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.