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CA ATC N06AX12 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Bupropion shortage in Canada

Is there a Bupropion shortage in Canada?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Bupropion product is reported short in Canada, the first since 1 Feb 2019. No return date has been given. Main reason: active ingredient shortage.

Also short in Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Norway, Sweden. All countries.

Affected products in Canada

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CAWELLBUTRIN SR (60)VALEANT CANADA LP/VALEANT CANADA S.E.C.1 Feb 2019not givenActive ingredient shortage
Shortage of an active ingredient

Source

Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.