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Anticipated Shortage

SYNTHROID

BGP PHARMA ULC

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 SYNTHROID in Canada?

A shortage of SYNTHROID 75MCG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated September 22, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is SYNTHROID not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will SYNTHROID be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 3, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~36 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength75MCG
Last updated2026-09-22

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.

Closest Matches

PMS-LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TAB 75MCG

PHARMASCIENCE INC

75MCG · DIN 01953613

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

SYNTHROID TAB 75MCG USP

BOOTS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.

75MCG · DIN 01980971

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

ELTROXIN 150 TAB

GLAXO CANADA INC

150MCG · DIN 00295582

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ELTROXIN TAB 100MCG

GLAXO CANADA INC

.1MG · DIN 00012297

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ELTROXIN TAB 300MCG

GLAXO CANADA INC

.3MG · DIN 00012319

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TAB 200MCG

PHARMASCIENCE INC

200MCG · DIN 01953680

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

02172089

Strength

75MCG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM

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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.

Active/anticipated Resolved

Shortage History