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Active Shortage

APO-BRIVARACETAM

APOTEX 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 APO-BRIVARACETAM in Canada?

Yes. APO-BRIVARACETAM 50MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 18, 2026).

Why is APO-BRIVARACETAM not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will APO-BRIVARACETAM be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 2, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file5 products
Expected resolution~4 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength50MG
Last updated2026-09-18

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.

Closest Matches

AURO-BRIVARACETAM

AURO PHARMA INC

50MG · DIN 02539292

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

ZDS-BRIVARACETAM

ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED

25MG · DIN 02563924

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

APO-BRIVARACETAM

APOTEX INC

10MG · DIN 02538679

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

BRIVLERA

UCB CANADA INC

75MG · DIN 02452960

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

MINT-BRIVARACETAM

MINT PHARMACEUTICALS INC

10MG · DIN 02569612

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

2026-10-02

~4 days remaining (estimate)

This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.

DIN

02538695

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

BRIVARACETAM

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-09-18

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.