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JP ATC B03BA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Mecobalamin shortage in Japan
Is there a Mecobalamin shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Mecobalamin products are reported short in Japan, the first since 16 Oct 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | メコバラミン錠500μg「TCK」 | Tatsumi Kagaku | 16 Oct 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | ロゼバラミン筋注用25mg limited | Eisai | 19 Feb 2025 | not given | Other |
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.