CA ATC M01AE02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Naproxen shortage in Canada
Is there a Naproxen shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Naproxen products are reported short in Canada, the first since 10 Mar 2017. The company estimate for the return is 29 Jan 2027. Main reason: other.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Norway, Sweden, New Zealand. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | APO-NAPROXEN SR TABLETS 750MG (100 BTL) | APOTEX INC | 10 Mar 2017 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | NAPROSYN (100) | ATNAHS PHARMA UK LIMITED | 30 Jan 2023 | not given | Increased demand Demand increase for the drug |
| CA | NAPROSYN (100s) | ATNAHS PHARMA UK LIMITED | 21 Sep 2023 | not given | Other Other (Please describe in comments) |
| CA | ANAPROX (100s) | ATNAHS PHARMA UK LIMITED | 25 Jul 2024 | not given | Other Other (Please describe in comments) |
| CA | NAPROSYN (100s) | ATNAHS PHARMA UK LIMITED | 2 Oct 2024 | not given | Other Other (Please describe in comments) |
| CA | APO-NAPROXEN EC TABLETS (100 BTL) | APOTEX INC | 6 Oct 2026 | 29 Jan 2027 | 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.