APO-METHYLPHENIDATE
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-METHYLPHENIDATE in Canada?
Not currently. The most recent shortage report for APO-METHYLPHENIDATE 10MG is marked resolved (last updated August 21, 2026).
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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
02249324
Strength
10MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-08-21
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
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