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ATC A10AD04 · Insulins and Analogues for Injection, Intermediate- Or Long-Acting Combined with Fast-Acting · updated 4 Nov 2026
Insulin Lispro shortage
As of 4 Nov 2026, Insulin Lispro has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Japan), covering 2 products from 2 companies.
Is there an Insulin Lispro shortage?
Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, Insulin Lispro is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date. New since 5 Oct 2026: Japan.
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 countriesCompared with similar medicines
ATC group A10AD · Insulins and Analogues for Injection, Intermediate- Or Long-Acting Combined with Fast-ActingAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | インスリン リスプロBS注ソロスター HU「サノフィ」 limited | Sanofi | 26 Jan 2026 | not given | Other |
| JP | ヒューマログミックス50注ミリオペン limited | Eli Lilly | 15 Oct 2026 | not given | Increased demand |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there an Insulin Lispro shortage?
Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, Insulin Lispro is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date. New since 5 Oct 2026: Japan.
When will Insulin Lispro be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Japan: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Insulin Lispro in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: other. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Insulin Lispro shortages?
Sanofi, Eli Lilly.