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Resolved

AMB-BUSPIRONE

AMBICARE PHARMACEUTICALS 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 AMB-BUSPIRONE in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for AMB-BUSPIRONE 10MG is marked resolved (last updated July 27, 2026).

Guide

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Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusResolved
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength10MG
Last updated2026-07-27

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

02550555

Strength

10MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

BUSPIRONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-07-27

Reason for Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

Other Products from AMBICARE PHARMACEUTICALS INC.

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.