OVIDREL
EMD SERONO, A DIVISION OF EMD INC., CANADA
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 OVIDREL in Canada?
Yes. OVIDREL 250MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated August 19, 2026).
Why is OVIDREL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will OVIDREL be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 30, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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
OVIDREL
EMD SERONO, A DIVISION OF EMD INC., CANADA
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.
DIN
02371588
Strength
250MCG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
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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.
Shortage History
Other Products from EMD SERONO, A DIVISION OF EMD INC., CANADA
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
20MG · DIN 02469723
0.25MG · DIN 02247766
8% · DIN 02241013
77MCG · DIN 02248157
5.5MCG · DIN 02248154
33MCG · DIN 02248156
900UNIT · DIN 02270382
450UNIT · DIN 02270390
300UNIT · DIN 02270404
75UNIT · DIN 02269066
10MG · DIN 02470179
250MCG · DIN 02262088