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ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG
APOTEX INC
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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 ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG in Canada?
Yes. ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 5, 2026).
Why is ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is February 19, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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Other Products
PDP-ACETAMINOPHEN SOLUTION 160MG/5ML
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What this means
Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?
Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.
What should I do?
Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.
DIN
02362244
Strength
500MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ACETAMINOPHEN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2019-01-04
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from APOTEX INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
50MCG · DIN 02460513
325MG · DIN 02362341
500MG · DIN 02362368
DIN 02290901
325MG · DIN 02362422
10MG · DIN 02240414
20MG · DIN 02296098
75MG · DIN 02230507
150MG · DIN 02296160
2MG · DIN 02554178
2MG · DIN 02554194
10MG · DIN 02240266