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CA ATC N06AX02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Tryptophan shortage in Canada

Is there a Tryptophan shortage in Canada?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Tryptophan product is reported short in Canada, the first since 7 Aug 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.

Affected products in Canada

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CATEVA-TRYPTOPHAN (100)TEVA CANADA LIMITED7 Aug 2024not givenManufacturing 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.