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ATC N03AX14 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Levetiracetam shortage in Japan

Is there a Levetiracetam shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Levetiracetam products are reported short in Japan, the first since 6 Jun 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, Czechia, Sweden, Australia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
レベチラセタム錠500mg「サワイ」 limitedSawai6 Jun 2025not givenIncreased demand
レベチラセタム錠500mg「VTRS」 limitedダイト25 Feb 2026not givenOther

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.