ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 500 MG
APOTEX 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 ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 500 MG in Canada?
Yes. ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 500 MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 2, 2026).
Why is ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 500 MG not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 500 MG be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is January 22, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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What this means
Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?
Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.
What should I do?
Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.
⚠ Possible Recall or Safety Alert
Health Canada has issued a recall or safety alert matching this product. This match is based on product name similarity and may not be exact — confirm against your specific lot number before taking action.
DIN
02362368
Strength
500MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
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Product Monograph
Product monograph is not available from Health Canada
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
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Business reasons
Other Products from APOTEX INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
50MCG · DIN 02460513
325MG · DIN 02362341
DIN 02290901
325MG · DIN 02362422
500MG · DIN 02362244
10MG · DIN 02240414
20MG · DIN 02296098
75MG · DIN 02230507
150MG · DIN 02296160
2MG · DIN 02554194
2MG · DIN 02554178
10MG · DIN 02240266