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APO-FLUVOXAMINE TABLETS
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 APO-FLUVOXAMINE TABLETS in Canada?
Yes. APO-FLUVOXAMINE TABLETS 50MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 25, 2026).
Why is APO-FLUVOXAMINE TABLETS not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will APO-FLUVOXAMINE TABLETS 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.
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
NOVO-FLUVOXAMINE
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
GEN-FLUVOXAMINE 50MG
GENPHARM ULC
PMS-FLUVOXAMINE
PHARMASCIENCE INC
RIVA-FLUVOX 50MG TABLETS
LABORATOIRE RIVA INC.
DOM-FLUVOXAMINE
DOMINION PHARMACAL
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
02231329
Strength
50MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
FLUVOXAMINE MALEATE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2018-02-05
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
APO-FLUVOXAMINE TABLETS has 2 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
500MG · DIN 02362244
10MG · DIN 02240414
20MG · DIN 02296098
150MG · DIN 02296160
75MG · DIN 02230507
2MG · DIN 02554194
2MG · DIN 02554178