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ARICEPT
PFIZER CANADA ULC
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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 ARICEPT discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ARICEPT 10MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 13, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is ARICEPT not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02232044
Strength
10MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
DONEPEZIL HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-08-18
Reason for Shortage
Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.
Past Reports for This Drug
ARICEPT has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from PFIZER CANADA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 02511053
20MG · DIN 02511061
40MG · DIN 02511045
DIN 02544040
5MG · DIN 01947664
10MG · DIN 01947672
20MG · DIN 01947680
40MG · DIN 01947699
DIN 02237367
DIN 02237368
DIN 02237369
50MG · DIN 02401347