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No shortage on file

SANDOZ METFORMIN FC

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

Quick answers

Is there a shortage of SANDOZ METFORMIN FC in Canada?

No. There is no current shortage of SANDOZ METFORMIN FC 500MG reported to Health Canada. Stock can still vary from one pharmacy to another.

Can I still get this?No shortage reported — confirm local stock with your pharmacy
StatusNo shortage on file
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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

GLUCOPHAGE

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500MG · DIN 02099233

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

TEVA-METFORMIN

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Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

SANDOZ METFORMIN FC

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

850MG · DIN 02246821

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

METFORMIN

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850MG · DIN 02353385

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DIN

02246820

Strength

500MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE

See all METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE products →

Shortage History