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JP ATC S01AE05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Levofloxacin shortage in Japan
Is there a Levofloxacin shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Levofloxacin products are reported short in Japan, the first since 6 Aug 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | レボフロキサシンOD錠250mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 6 Aug 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | レボフロキサシン錠250mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 6 Aug 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | レボフロキサシン錠500mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 6 Aug 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | レボフロキサシン錠250mg「TCK」 | Tatsumi Kagaku | 5 Oct 2026 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality 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.