The well-known "Cinal" now available online exclusively, launching today, April 7, 2026! New Cinal product announcement event held in Tokyo.
Shionogi Healthcare has launched "Cinal Compound Tablet C," an over-the-counter drug containing the same amount of active ingredients as the medical version, exclusively online starting April 7, 2026. It targets pigmentation like spots and freckles and vitamin C supplementation during fatigue. An announcement event was held in Tokyo to commemorate the launch.
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Shionogi Healthcare Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture; President and CEO: Yuko Nakagawa; hereinafter "Shionogi Healthcare"), which contributes to society by providing healthcare value, will launch "Cinal Compound Tablet C" (Class 3 OTC drug), containing the same amount of active ingredients as its medical counterpart*, exclusively online starting today, April 7. (https://www.shop.shionogi-hc.co.jp/shop/) *Contains the same amount of active ingredients as the medical drug (per tablet).
### ■Vitamin C Pharmaceutical Brand Cinal
Since its birth as a vitamin C pharmaceutical in 1959, Cinal has continued to improve its ingredients and ease of use for over 60 years, making it more accessible as an over-the-counter drug.
▼Reference
—Medical Cinal, still taken by many people since its birth 67 years ago—
Number of prescription claims for preparations containing ascorbic acid* (Vitamin C).
### ■New Product Cinal Compound Tablet C (Class 3 OTC drug)
From the Cinal brand, we are exclusively launching "Cinal Compound Tablet C" (Class 3 OTC drug) online, containing the same ingredients and amount as the medical version*. It is for pigmentation measures such as spots and freckles, and for vitamin C supplementation during fatigue. It can be purchased online anytime.
*Contains the same amount of active ingredients as the medical drug (per tablet).
To commemorate the launch, a "Cinal New Product Announcement Event" was held today in Tokyo.
At the announcement event, Yoshitaka Tomoda from the Development and Procurement Strategy Department, Development Pharmaceutical Affairs/Regulatory Group of the Product Assurance Division, explained Shionogi Healthcare's company overview, the history of Cinal, and details of the new product.
### ■Product Features
●Contains the same ingredients and amount as medical use*
Cinal, born as a medical pharmaceutical in 1959, successfully stabilized the combined formulation of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and calcium pantothenate. Including the improved over-the-counter Cinal, it is still taken by many people today.
●Unique Technology: Three-layer structure
Cinal Compound Tablet C adopts a three-layer structure in which calcium pantothenate is arranged in the upper and lower layers, sandwiching ascorbic acid.
This achieved the simultaneous stable combination of ascorbic acid and calcium pantothenate, which was considered physically and chemically difficult.
### ■Product Overview
| Product Name | Cinal Compound Tablet C |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 300 tablets (33 days supply) *When taking 9 tablets per day |
| Regular Price | 5,005 yen (tax included) |
| Release Date | April 7, 2026 |
| Active Ingredients (per 9 tablets) | Ascorbic acid (1800mg), Calcium pantothenate (27mg) |
| Efficacy/Effects | 1. Relief of the following symptoms: spots, freckles, pigmentation due to sunburn/rashes 2. Vitamin C supplementation in the following cases: physical fatigue, pregnancy/lactation, physical weakness during illness/convalescence, old age 3. Prevention of bleeding in the following cases: bleeding from gums, nosebleeds "However, for symptoms 1 and 3 above, if no improvement is seen after about one month of use, please consult a doctor, pharmacist, or dentist." |
| Dosage/Administration | Please take the following amount. Adults (15 years and older): 1-3 tablets (single dose) / 3 times (daily dosage) 11-15 years old: 1-2 tablets (single dose) / 3 times (daily dosage) 5-11 years old: 1 tablet (single dose) / 3 times (daily dosage) Under 5 years old: Do not administer |
| Handling Sites | ・Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE ・Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE Rakuten Ichiba Store ・Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE Amazon Store |
### ■Regarding Shionogi Healthcare's ESG Management
Shionogi Healthcare grows with society by considering the environment (Environment), society (Social), and governance (Governance). Among the international goals "SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)" set by the UN Summit, we focus particularly on "③ Good Health and Well-being," "⑧ Decent Work and Economic Growth," "⑩ Reduced Inequalities," "⑪ Sustainable Cities and Communities," "⑫ Responsible Consumption and Production," "⑭ Life Below Water," and "⑰ Partnerships for the Goals," and are promoting various initiatives to solve social issues.
### ■Regarding Shionogi Healthcare's Utilization of Owned Media and SNS
Shionogi Healthcare provides information and services useful for everyone's health through its owned media (Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE) and official SNS (X, Instagram, LINE, etc.), such as product information, campaigns, and self-care methods learned from various professionals, so that everyone can practice self-care more easily and correctly.
Owned Media: Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE (https://www.shop.shionogi-hc.co.jp/)
X (formerly Twitter): @shionogi_hc (https://twitter.com/shionogi_hc)
Instagram: @shionogi_hc (https://www.instagram.com/shionogi_hc/)
### ■Vitamin C Pharmaceutical Brand Cinal
Since its birth as a vitamin C pharmaceutical in 1959, Cinal has continued to improve its ingredients and ease of use for over 60 years, making it more accessible as an over-the-counter drug.
▼Reference
—Medical Cinal, still taken by many people since its birth 67 years ago—
Number of prescription claims for preparations containing ascorbic acid* (Vitamin C).
### ■New Product Cinal Compound Tablet C (Class 3 OTC drug)
From the Cinal brand, we are exclusively launching "Cinal Compound Tablet C" (Class 3 OTC drug) online, containing the same ingredients and amount as the medical version*. It is for pigmentation measures such as spots and freckles, and for vitamin C supplementation during fatigue. It can be purchased online anytime.
*Contains the same amount of active ingredients as the medical drug (per tablet).
To commemorate the launch, a "Cinal New Product Announcement Event" was held today in Tokyo.
At the announcement event, Yoshitaka Tomoda from the Development and Procurement Strategy Department, Development Pharmaceutical Affairs/Regulatory Group of the Product Assurance Division, explained Shionogi Healthcare's company overview, the history of Cinal, and details of the new product.
### ■Product Features
●Contains the same ingredients and amount as medical use*
Cinal, born as a medical pharmaceutical in 1959, successfully stabilized the combined formulation of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and calcium pantothenate. Including the improved over-the-counter Cinal, it is still taken by many people today.
●Unique Technology: Three-layer structure
Cinal Compound Tablet C adopts a three-layer structure in which calcium pantothenate is arranged in the upper and lower layers, sandwiching ascorbic acid.
This achieved the simultaneous stable combination of ascorbic acid and calcium pantothenate, which was considered physically and chemically difficult.
### ■Product Overview
| Product Name | Cinal Compound Tablet C |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 300 tablets (33 days supply) *When taking 9 tablets per day |
| Regular Price | 5,005 yen (tax included) |
| Release Date | April 7, 2026 |
| Active Ingredients (per 9 tablets) | Ascorbic acid (1800mg), Calcium pantothenate (27mg) |
| Efficacy/Effects | 1. Relief of the following symptoms: spots, freckles, pigmentation due to sunburn/rashes 2. Vitamin C supplementation in the following cases: physical fatigue, pregnancy/lactation, physical weakness during illness/convalescence, old age 3. Prevention of bleeding in the following cases: bleeding from gums, nosebleeds "However, for symptoms 1 and 3 above, if no improvement is seen after about one month of use, please consult a doctor, pharmacist, or dentist." |
| Dosage/Administration | Please take the following amount. Adults (15 years and older): 1-3 tablets (single dose) / 3 times (daily dosage) 11-15 years old: 1-2 tablets (single dose) / 3 times (daily dosage) 5-11 years old: 1 tablet (single dose) / 3 times (daily dosage) Under 5 years old: Do not administer |
| Handling Sites | ・Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE ・Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE Rakuten Ichiba Store ・Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE Amazon Store |
### ■Regarding Shionogi Healthcare's ESG Management
Shionogi Healthcare grows with society by considering the environment (Environment), society (Social), and governance (Governance). Among the international goals "SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)" set by the UN Summit, we focus particularly on "③ Good Health and Well-being," "⑧ Decent Work and Economic Growth," "⑩ Reduced Inequalities," "⑪ Sustainable Cities and Communities," "⑫ Responsible Consumption and Production," "⑭ Life Below Water," and "⑰ Partnerships for the Goals," and are promoting various initiatives to solve social issues.
### ■Regarding Shionogi Healthcare's Utilization of Owned Media and SNS
Shionogi Healthcare provides information and services useful for everyone's health through its owned media (Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE) and official SNS (X, Instagram, LINE, etc.), such as product information, campaigns, and self-care methods learned from various professionals, so that everyone can practice self-care more easily and correctly.
Owned Media: Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE (https://www.shop.shionogi-hc.co.jp/)
X (formerly Twitter): @shionogi_hc (https://twitter.com/shionogi_hc)
Instagram: @shionogi_hc (https://www.instagram.com/shionogi_hc/)
FAQ
Where can I purchase Cinal Compound Tablet C?
It is available for online-exclusive purchase at Shionogi Healthcare ONLINE, Rakuten Ichiba store, and Amazon store.
What are the effects of Cinal Compound Tablet C?
It is effective for alleviating pigmentation like spots and freckles, supplementing Vitamin C during physical fatigue, and preventing bleeding from gums and nosebleeds.
How does it differ from medical Cinal?
It contains the same amount of active ingredients (ascorbic acid, calcium pantothenate) as the medical version, but this product is sold online exclusively as a Class 3 OTC drug.