DEXEDRINE SPANSULE
KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS INC.
This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.
Quick answers
Is there a shortage of DEXEDRINE SPANSULE in Canada?
A shortage of DEXEDRINE SPANSULE 10MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated September 1, 2026), but it has not started yet.
Why is DEXEDRINE SPANSULE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will DEXEDRINE SPANSULE be available again?
The estimated resolution date (September 18, 2026) has passed, but the report has not been updated yet. Follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.
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What this means
Does this mean my pharmacy is already out of stock?
No — this shortage hasn't started yet. It's an early warning that supply may become tight, based on information from the manufacturer.
What should I do?
No action is needed yet. It's worth asking your pharmacist at your next refill whether they expect any disruption for this product.
DIN
01924559
Strength
10MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE (SUSTAINED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
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Shortage Timeline
Approximate — based on the dates HPSC reports were last updated, not confirmed onset or resolution dates. Gaps between bars are periods with no shortage on file.
Shortage History
Other Products from KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS INC.
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
DIN 02468735
0.25MG · DIN 02381710
0.5MG · DIN 02381729
DIN 02332450
1G · DIN 02242980
DIN 02505223
400MG · DIN 02245828
30MG · DIN 02296152
DIN 02290308
25MG · DIN 01997602
20MG · DIN 01997572
5MG · DIN 01924516