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ATC S03BA02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Prednisolone shortage in Japan

Is there a Prednisolone shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Prednisolone product is reported short in Japan, the first since 18 Jun 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: other.

Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
プレドニン眼軟膏 limitedShionogi18 Jun 2024not givenOther

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.