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JP ATC A10BB12 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Glimepiride shortage in Japan
Is there a Glimepiride shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Glimepiride products are reported short in Japan, the first since 25 Jun 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Austria, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | グリメピリド錠0.5mg「TCK」 | Tatsumi Kagaku | 25 Jun 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | グリメピリド錠1mg「TCK」 | Tatsumi Kagaku | 25 Jun 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | グリメピリド錠3mg「TCK」 | Tatsumi Kagaku | 25 Jun 2026 | not given | Manufacturing 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.