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ATC C09CA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Losartan shortage in Japan

Is there a Losartan shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Losartan product is reported short in Japan, the first since 21 Aug 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: quality problem or recall.

Also short in Canada, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
ロサルタンカリウム錠100mg「サンド」Sandoz21 Aug 2024not givenQuality 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.