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CA ATC C08CA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Nifedipine shortage in Canada
Is there a Nifedipine shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Nifedipine products are reported short in Canada, the first since 10 Mar 2017. The company estimate for the return is 24 Nov 2026 (latest 29 Dec 2026). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Germany, France, Italy, Norway, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | APO-NIFED PA - SRT 20MG (100 BTL & 500 BTL/60 BLS) | APOTEX INC | 10 Mar 2017 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | APO-NIFED PA - TAB 10MG (100 BTL & 500 BTL/60 BLS) | APOTEX INC | 10 Mar 2017 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | MYLAN-NIFEDIPINE EXTENDED RELEASE (100 BT) | MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC | 28 Sep 2026 | 24 Nov 2026 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | MYLAN-NIFEDIPINE EXTENDED RELEASE (100BT) anticipated | MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC | 5 Nov 2026 | 29 Dec 2026 | 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.