PMSC-ESOMEPRAZOLE DR
PHARMASCIENCE 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 PMSC-ESOMEPRAZOLE DR in Canada?
Yes. PMSC-ESOMEPRAZOLE DR 40MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 4, 2026).
Why is PMSC-ESOMEPRAZOLE DR not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will PMSC-ESOMEPRAZOLE DR be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 27, 2027. 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
NEXIUM - 40MG
ASTRAZENECA CANADA INC
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RIVA-ESOMEPRAZOLE DR
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ESOMEPRAZOLE
SIVEM PHARMACEUTICALS ULC
NEXIUM - 20MG
ASTRAZENECA CANADA INC
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
02528487
Strength
40MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (DELAYED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
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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 PHARMASCIENCE INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
DIN 02303299
DIN 01999648
DIN 01999656
DIN 02028174
DIN 02025337
650MG · DIN 02527901
81MG · DIN 02433044
81MG · DIN 02244993
81MG · DIN 02394790
80MG · DIN 02009013
80MG · DIN 02238545
40MG · DIN 02399393