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JP ATC N04BC05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Pramipexole shortage in Japan
Is there a Pramipexole shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Pramipexole products are reported short in Japan, the first since 6 Mar 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | プラミペキソール塩酸塩錠0.125mg「日医工」 limited | Nichi-Iko | 6 Mar 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | プラミペキソール塩酸塩錠0.5mg「日医工」 limited | Nichi-Iko | 6 Mar 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem |
| JP | プラミペキソール塩酸塩OD錠0.5mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 10 Dec 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | プラミペキソール塩酸塩OD錠0.125mg「トーワ」 limited | Towa (Pensa) | 6 Aug 2026 | not given | Manufacturing 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.