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Active Shortage

APO-QUETIAPINE XR

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 APO-QUETIAPINE XR in Canada?

Yes. APO-QUETIAPINE XR 50MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 14, 2024).

Why is APO-QUETIAPINE XR not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will APO-QUETIAPINE XR be available again?

No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.

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Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength50MG
Report last updated2024-11-14
Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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.

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⚠ 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

02457229

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

QUETIAPINE

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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