ACUVAIL
ABBVIE CORPORATION
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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 ACUVAIL in Canada?
Yes. ACUVAIL 0.45% has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 4, 2026).
Why is ACUVAIL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will ACUVAIL be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 18, 2026. 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.
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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.
Estimated Resolution
2026-11-18
~6 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02369362
Strength
0.45%
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
OPHTHALMIC
Active Ingredient
KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-11-04
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
ACUVAIL has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from ABBVIE CORPORATION
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
150MG · DIN 02316838
35MG · DIN 02246896
35MG · DIN 02370417
0.5% · DIN 01968300
0.4% · DIN 02248722
0.2% · DIN 02236876
0.15% · DIN 02248151
10MG · DIN 02443910
1400UNIT · DIN 02569086
100UNIT · DIN 01981501
50UNIT · DIN 02531577
200UNIT · DIN 02531585