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JP ATC A10BG03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Pioglitazone shortage in Japan
Is there a Pioglitazone shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Pioglitazone products are reported short in Japan, the first since 7 May 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: quality problem or recall.
Also short in Canada, Italy, Czechia, Sweden, New Zealand, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | アクトスOD錠15 | T's Pharma | 7 May 2026 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality problem |
| JP | アクトスOD錠30 | T's Pharma | 7 May 2026 | not given | Quality problem or recall Quality problem |
| JP | ピオグリタゾン錠15mg「JG」 | Nihon Generic | 11 May 2026 | 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.