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Permanently Discontinued

APO HYDRO TAB 50MG

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 HYDRO TAB 50MG in Canada?

Yes. APO HYDRO TAB 50MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 5, 2026).

Why is APO HYDRO TAB 50MG not available?

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

When will APO HYDRO TAB 50MG be available again?

The estimated resolution date (November 13, 2026) has passed, but the report has not been updated yet. Follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on file2 products

Affected strength50MG

Report last updated2019-02-13

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

PMS-HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

PHARMASCIENCE INC

50MG · DIN 02247387

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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APO-HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

APOTEX INC

25MG · DIN 00326844

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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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.

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DIN

00312800

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2019-02-13

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Past Reports for This Drug

APO HYDRO TAB 50MG has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

2026-11-05

Active Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

2026-10-27

Resolved

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

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