Active Shortage

APO-METHADONE

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-METHADONE in Canada?

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

Why is APO-METHADONE not available?

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

When will APO-METHADONE be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 20, 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 file6 products · 3 same form & route

Expected resolution~8 days remaining (estimate)

Affected strength5MG

Report last updated2026-11-05

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-METHADONE TABLETS

PHARMASCIENCE INC

5MG · DIN 02572060

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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1MG · DIN 02247698

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METHADOSE

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10MG · DIN 02394596

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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PMS-METHADONE HYDROCHLORIDE ORAL CONCENTRATE

PHARMASCIENCE INC

10MG · DIN 02552728

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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JAMP METHADONE ORAL CONCENTRATE

JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION

10MG · DIN 02495783

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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APO-METHADONE

APOTEX INC

1MG · DIN 02533642

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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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

2026-11-20

~8 days remaining (estimate)

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

Have you checked a pharmacy recently?

No community reports yet — be the first to share what you found.

Community reports are not verified by a pharmacy and may reflect a small sample size. This is not a guarantee of current stock.

DIN

02533650

Strength

5MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

METHADONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-11-05

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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.

24HR NASAL ALLERGY RELIEF

50MCG · DIN 02460513

ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 325 MG

325MG · DIN 02362341

ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 500 MG

500MG · DIN 02362368

ACETAMINOPHEN HEADACHE ULTRA RELIEF

DIN 02290901

ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 325 MG

325MG · DIN 02362422

ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG

500MG · DIN 02362244