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JP ATC G04CB02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Dutasteride shortage in Japan
Is there a Dutasteride shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Dutasteride products are reported short in Japan, the first since 25 Jun 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Ireland. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「DSEP」 limited | Daiichi Sankyo | 25 Jun 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デュタステリド錠0.5mgAV「DSEP」 limited | Daiichi Sankyo | 25 Jun 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「サワイ」 limited | Sawai | 30 Jul 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「ニプロ」 limited | Nipro | 18 Aug 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デュタステリド錠0.5mgAV「明治」 limited | Meiji | 10 Feb 2026 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「日医工」 limited | Nichi-Iko | 27 Aug 2026 | not given | Increased 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.