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JP ATC C01BB02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Mexiletine shortage in Japan
Is there a Mexiletine shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Mexiletine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 11 Sep 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | メキシレチン塩酸塩錠100mg「杏林」 limited | キョーリンリメディオ | 11 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | メキシレチン塩酸塩錠50mg「杏林」 limited | キョーリンリメディオ | 11 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | メキシレチン塩酸塩カプセル100mg「サワイ」 limited | Sawai | 19 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | メキシレチン塩酸塩カプセル50mg「サワイ」 limited | Sawai | 19 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
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.