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ATC A03AA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Trimebutine shortage in Japan

Is there a Trimebutine shortage in Japan?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Trimebutine products are reported short in Japan, the first since 3 Apr 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Canada. All countries.

Affected products in Japan

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
トリメブチンマレイン酸塩錠100mg「トーワ」 limitedTowa (Pensa)3 Apr 2023not givenIncreased demand
トリメブチンマレイン酸塩錠100mg「サワイ」 limitedSawai9 Jul 2026not 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.