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ATC A10AE04 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Insulin Glargine shortage in Japan

Is there an Insulin Glargine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Insulin Glargine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 15 Oct 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in United States, Canada, France, Italy, Austria. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
インスリン グラルギンBS注カート「リリー」 limitedEli Lilly15 Oct 2026not givenIncreased demand
インスリン グラルギンBS注ミリオペン「リリー」 limitedEli Lilly15 Oct 2026not givenIncreased 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.