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Anticipated Shortage

ILEVRO

NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS 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 ILEVRO in Canada?

A shortage of ILEVRO 0.3% is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated July 20, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is ILEVRO not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Shortage of an active ingredient.

When will ILEVRO be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 15, 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 file1 product
Expected resolution~17 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength0.3%
Last updated2026-07-20

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

NEVANAC

NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA INC

0.1% · DIN 02308983

Different strengthSame dosage formSame 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.

DIN

02411393

Strength

0.3%

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

OPHTHALMIC

Active Ingredient

NEPAFENAC

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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