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ATC N03AX09 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Lamotrigine shortage in Japan

Is there a Lamotrigine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Lamotrigine 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 France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Czechia, Sweden, Australia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ラモトリギン錠100mg「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.