APO-OXYCODONE CR
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-OXYCODONE CR in Canada?
Yes. APO-OXYCODONE CR 80.0MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 9, 2026).
Why is APO-OXYCODONE CR not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will APO-OXYCODONE CR be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 30, 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.
Other Products
APO-OXYCODONE CR
APOTEX INC
PMS-OXYCODONE
PHARMASCIENCE INC
OXYNEO
PURDUE PHARMA
PMS-OXYCODONE CR
PHARMASCIENCE INC
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
2026-10-30
~12 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02366789
Strength
80.0MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-10-09
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
APO-OXYCODONE CR 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