Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

NOLVADEX-D TAB 20MG

ASTRAZENECA CANADA 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 NOLVADEX-D TAB 20MG discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NOLVADEX-D TAB 20MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 22, 2023). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is NOLVADEX-D TAB 20MG not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file1 product
Affected strength20MG
Report last updated2023-03-22
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient

These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.

Other Products

APO-TAMOX TAB 10MG

APOTEX INC

10MG · DIN 00812404

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?

Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.

What should I do?

Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.

DIN

02048485

Strength

20MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

TAMOXIFEN

See all TAMOXIFEN products →

Shortage History