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ATC A06AD11 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Lactulose shortage in Japan

Is there a Lactulose shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Lactulose products are reported short in Japan, the first since 17 Apr 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: other.

Also short in Italy, Ireland. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ラグノスNF経口ゼリー分包12g limited三和化学研究所17 Apr 2025not givenOther
モニラック・シロップ65% limitedMaruishi27 Oct 2026not givenActive ingredient shortage
Raw material (active ingredient) supply 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.