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Anticipated Shortage

APTIOM

SUMITOMO PHARMA CANADA, 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 APTIOM in Canada?

A shortage of APTIOM 400MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated June 30, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is APTIOM not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.

When will APTIOM be available again?

The estimated resolution date (June 30, 2026) has passed, but the report has not been updated yet. Follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file2 products
Affected strength400MG
Last updated2026-06-30

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

AURO-ESLICARBAZEPINE

AURO PHARMA INC

400MG · DIN 02527448

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

APO-ESLICARBAZEPINE

APOTEX INC

200MG · DIN 02537931

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is already out of stock?

No — this shortage hasn't started yet. It's an early warning that supply may become tight, based on information from the manufacturer.

What should I do?

No action is needed yet. It's worth asking your pharmacist at your next refill whether they expect any disruption for this product.

Estimated Resolution

2026-06-30

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

DIN

02426870

Strength

400MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ESLICARBAZEPINE ACETATE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-06-30

Reason for Shortage

Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.

Other Products from SUMITOMO PHARMA CANADA, INC.

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