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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 200MCG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated November 9, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is SYNTHROID not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will SYNTHROID be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 24, 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 file3 products · 2 same form & route
Expected resolution~12 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength200MCG
Report last updated2026-11-09
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

SYNTHROID

BGP PHARMA ULC

175MCG · DIN 02172135

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ELTROXIN

ASPEN PHARMACARE CANADA INC.

50MCG · DIN 02213192

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM FOR INJECTION

FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD

500MCG · DIN 02245948

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent 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.

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Community reports are not verified by a pharmacy and may reflect a small sample size. This is not a guarantee of current stock.

DIN

02172143

Strength

200MCG

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