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No shortage on file

METFORMIN XR

JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION

Quick answers

Is there a shortage of METFORMIN XR in Canada?

No. There is no current shortage of METFORMIN XR 1000MG reported to Health Canada. Stock can still vary from one pharmacy to another.

Can I still get this?No shortage reported — confirm local stock with your pharmacy
StatusNo shortage on file
Same-ingredient products on file5 products
Checked by MedShort2026-10-11

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

GLUCOPHAGE

SANOFI-AVENTIS CANADA INC

500MG · DIN 02099233

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

RIVA-METFORMIN

LABORATOIRE RIVA INC.

850MG · DIN 02242783

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

GLUMETZA

BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.

500MG · DIN 02268493

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

METFORMIN

SANIS HEALTH INC

500MG · DIN 02353377

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

JAMP METFORMIN

JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION

500MG · DIN 02380196

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DIN

02567458

Strength

1000MG

Dosage Form

Tablet (Extended-Release)

Route

Oral

Active Ingredient

METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE

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Shortage History

No shortage or discontinuation reports on file for this product.