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ATC S01GX09 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Olopatadine shortage in Japan

Is there an Olopatadine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Olopatadine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 17 Jan 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Canada. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
オロパタジン塩酸塩ドライシロップ1%「日本臓器」 limited日本臓器製薬17 Jan 2025not givenOther
オロパタジン塩酸塩OD錠5mg「サワイ」 limitedSawai15 May 2025not givenManufacturing problem
オロパタジン塩酸塩OD錠2.5mg「トーワ」 limitedTowa (Pensa)30 May 2025not givenManufacturing 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.