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CA ATC J05AB09 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Famciclovir shortage in Canada
Is there a Famciclovir shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Famciclovir products are reported short in Canada, the first since 1 Sep 2018. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Spain. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | ACT FAMCICLOVIR (10) | ACTAVIS PHARMA COMPANY | 1 Sep 2018 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | ACT FAMCICLOVIR (100) | ACTAVIS PHARMA COMPANY | 1 Sep 2018 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | ACT FAMCICLOVIR (21) | ACTAVIS PHARMA COMPANY | 1 Sep 2018 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | ACT FAMCICLOVIR (30) | ACTAVIS PHARMA COMPANY | 1 Sep 2018 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.