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ATC N07AA02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Pyridostigmine shortage in Japan

Is there a Pyridostigmine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Pyridostigmine product is reported short in Japan, the first since 1 Apr 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Also short in Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
メスチノン錠60mg limitedKyowa Pharmaceutical1 Apr 2024not givenManufacturing 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.