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ATC A06AC08 · Bulk-Forming Laxatives · updated 2 Nov 2026
Polycarbophil Calcium shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Polycarbophil Calcium has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Japan), covering 2 products from 1 company.
Is there a Polycarbophil Calcium shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Polycarbophil Calcium is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesListed: Viatris VTRS · Nasdaq
Compared with similar medicines
ATC group A06AC · Bulk-Forming LaxativesAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | ポリフル細粒83.3% limited | Viatris | 27 Mar 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | ポリフル錠500mg limited | Viatris | 27 Mar 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Polycarbophil Calcium shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Polycarbophil Calcium is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
When will Polycarbophil Calcium be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Japan: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Polycarbophil Calcium in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: manufacturing problem. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Polycarbophil Calcium shortages?
Viatris.