TARO-VENLAFAXINE XR
SUN PHARMA CANADA 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 TARO-VENLAFAXINE XR in Canada?
Yes. TARO-VENLAFAXINE XR 75MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 18, 2026).
Why is TARO-VENLAFAXINE XR not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will TARO-VENLAFAXINE XR be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 20, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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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.
⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.
Other Products
AURO-VENLAFAXINE XR
Extended-ReleaseAURO PHARMA INC
EFFEXOR XR
Extended-ReleaseBGP PHARMA ULC
VENLAFAXINE XR
Extended-ReleaseSANIS HEALTH INC
TARO-VENLAFAXINE XR
Extended-ReleaseSUN PHARMA CANADA INC
SANDOZ VENLAFAXINE XR
Extended-ReleaseSANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
PRISTIQ
PFIZER CANADA ULC
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
02380080
Strength
75MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE (EXTENDED RELEASE)
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.
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Other Products from SUN PHARMA CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
1MG · DIN 02365650
10MG · DIN 02313707
20MG · DIN 02313715
80MG · DIN 02313758
40MG · DIN 02313723
125MG · DIN 02329204
250MG · DIN 02293528
250MG · DIN 02293579
500MG · DIN 02293536
125MG · DIN 02390442
250MG · DIN 02390450
75MG · DIN 02379813