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Active Shortage

APO-VALACYCLOVIR

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-VALACYCLOVIR in Canada?

Yes. APO-VALACYCLOVIR 1000MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 2, 2026).

Why is APO-VALACYCLOVIR not available?

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

When will APO-VALACYCLOVIR be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 6, 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
Expected resolution~32 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength1000MG
Last updated2026-10-02

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

CO VALACYCLOVIR

COBALT PHARMACEUTICALS COMPANY

1000MG · DIN 02331756

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-VALACYCLOVIR

PHARMASCIENCE INC

1000MG · DIN 02381230

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

VALTREX

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

500MG · DIN 02219492

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

TEVA-VALACYCLOVIR

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

500MG · DIN 02357534

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

AURO-VALACYCLOVIR

AURO PHARMA INC

500MG · DIN 02405040

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DOM-VALACYCLOVIR

DOMINION PHARMACAL

500MG · DIN 02307936

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

2026-11-06

~32 days remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02354705

Strength

1000MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

VALACYCLOVIR

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-10-02

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.