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ATC N05CF04 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Eszopiclone shortage in Japan

Is there an Eszopiclone shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Eszopiclone products are reported short in Japan, the first since 2 Oct 2026. The company estimate for the return is 1 Jan 2027. Main reason: other.

Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
エスゾピクロン錠1mg「アメル」 limitedKyowa Pharmaceutical2 Oct 20261 Jan 2027Other
エスゾピクロン錠2mg「アメル」 limitedKyowa Pharmaceutical2 Oct 20261 Jan 2027Other

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.