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ATC M01AB08 · Acetic Acid Derivatives and Related Substances · updated 2 Nov 2026
Etodolac shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Etodolac has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Japan), covering 1 product from 1 company.
Is there an Etodolac shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Etodolac is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesListed: Sawai 4887 · Tokyo
Compared with similar medicines
ATC group M01AB · Acetic Acid Derivatives and Related SubstancesAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | エトドラク錠200mg「SW」 limited | Sawai | 31 Aug 2026 | not given | Other |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there an Etodolac shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Etodolac is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
When will Etodolac be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Japan: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Etodolac in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: other. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Etodolac shortages?
Sawai.