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CA ATC M04AA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Febuxostat shortage in Canada

Is there a Febuxostat shortage in Canada?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Febuxostat product is reported short in Canada, the first since 26 Aug 2024. The company estimate for the return is 1 Jun 2027. Main reason: increased demand.

Also short in Italy, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Czechia. All countries.

Affected products in Canada

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CAAURO-FEBUXOSTAT (100's and 30's)AURO PHARMA INC26 Aug 20241 Jun 2027Increased demand
Demand increase for 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.