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ATC R06AE09 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Levocetirizine shortage in Japan

Is there a Levocetirizine shortage in Japan?

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

Also short in Italy, Belgium, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
レボセチリジン塩酸塩DS0.5%「杏林」 limitedキョーリンリメディオ6 Mar 2026not givenIncreased demand
レボセチリジン塩酸塩DS0.5%「タカタ」 limitedTakata Pharmaceutical26 Aug 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.