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ATC C10AX02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Probucol shortage in Japan

Is there a Probucol shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Probucol products are reported short in Japan, the first since 25 May 2026. 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
プロブコール錠250mg「サワイ」 limitedSawai25 May 2026not givenOther
ロレルコ錠250mg limitedOtsuka1 Sep 2026not givenIncreased demand

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.