CA ATC A10BA02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Metformin shortage in Canada
Is there a Metformin shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Metformin products are reported short in Canada, the first since 24 Nov 2017. No return date has been given. Main reason: not stated.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Belgium, Czechia, Sweden, Japan, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | SEPTA-METFORMIN (500s) | SEPTA PHARMACEUTICALS INC | 24 Nov 2017 | not given | Other Other (Please describe in comments) |
| CA | APO-METFORMIN - TAB 500MG (360 BTL) discontinuation | APOTEX INC | not given | not given | Not stated |
| CA | APO-METFORMIN - TAB 500MG (500 BTL) discontinuation | APOTEX INC | not given | not given | Not stated |
| CA | PMSC-METFORMIN (500 & 100) discontinuation | PHARMASCIENCE INC | not given | not given | Not stated |
| CA | PMSC-METFORMIN (500 & 360) discontinuation | PHARMASCIENCE INC | not given | not given | Not stated |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.