ACH-ALENDRONATE
ACCORD HEALTHCARE 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 ACH-ALENDRONATE in Canada?
Yes. ACH-ALENDRONATE 5MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated July 13, 2024).
Why is ACH-ALENDRONATE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.
When will ACH-ALENDRONATE be available again?
No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as 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.
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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
02381478
Strength
5MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ALENDRONIC ACID
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2024-07-13
Reason for Shortage
Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.
Other Products from ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
10MG · DIN 02381486
70MG · DIN 02381494
2.5MG · DIN 02419556
10MG · DIN 02419572
5MG · DIN 02419564
1MG · DIN 02351218
5MG · DIN 02487721
2.5MG · DIN 02487713
40MG · DIN 02457776
80MG · DIN 02457784
10MG · DIN 02457741
20MG · DIN 02457768