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ATC L04AD02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Tacrolimus shortage in Japan

Is there a Tacrolimus shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Tacrolimus products are reported short in Japan, the first since 23 Jul 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
タクロリムス軟膏0.1%「イワキ」 limited岩城製薬23 Jul 2026not givenIncreased demand
タクロリムス軟膏0.1%「タカタ」Takata Pharmaceutical28 Sep 2026not givenQuality problem or recall
Quality 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.