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JP ATC A11DA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Thiamine (Vit B1) shortage in Japan
Is there a Thiamine (Vit B1) shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Thiamine (Vit B1) products are reported short in Japan, the first since 23 Jun 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Also short in Canada, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | メタボリンG注射液20mg limited | T's Pharma | 23 Jun 2025 | not given | Other |
| JP | チアミン塩化物塩酸塩注10mg「NP」 limited | Nipro | 25 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | チアミン塩化物塩酸塩注10mg「フソー」 limited | Fuso Pharmaceutical | 11 Nov 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | チアミン塩化物塩酸塩注20mg「フソー」 limited | Fuso Pharmaceutical | 11 Nov 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | チアミン塩化物塩酸塩注50mg「フソー」 limited | Fuso Pharmaceutical | 11 Nov 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | メタボリン注射液50mg | T's Pharma | 4 Sep 2026 | not given | Other |
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.