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ATC N06DA04 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Galantamine shortage in Japan

Is there a Galantamine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Galantamine product is reported short in Japan, the first since 6 Aug 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, Sweden, Australia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ガランタミンOD錠4mg「トーワ」 limitedTowa (Pensa)6 Aug 2026not givenManufacturing 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.