Active Shortage

APO-NAPROXEN / ESOMEPRAZOLE

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-NAPROXEN / ESOMEPRAZOLE in Canada?

Yes. APO-NAPROXEN / ESOMEPRAZOLE 500MG 20MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 5, 2026).

Why is APO-NAPROXEN / ESOMEPRAZOLE not available?

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

When will APO-NAPROXEN / ESOMEPRAZOLE be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is April 23, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

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StatusActive Shortage

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Expected resolution~5 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength500MG 20MG

Report last updated2026-11-05

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

2027-04-23

~5 months remaining (estimate)

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

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DIN

02564548

Strength

500MG 20MG

Dosage Form

TABLET (IMMEDIATE- AND DELAYED-RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

NAPROXEN ESOMEPRAZOLE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-11-05

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.

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