ATORVASTATIN
SANIS HEALTH 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 ATORVASTATIN in Canada?
Yes. ATORVASTATIN 80MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 23, 2026).
Why is ATORVASTATIN not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will ATORVASTATIN be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 27, 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
LIPITOR
BGP PHARMA ULC
AURO-ATORVASTATIN
AURO PHARMA INC
MYLAN-ATORVASTATIN
MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC
PRO-ATORVASTATIN
PRO DOC LIMITEE
SPC-ATORVASTATIN
SUN PHARMA CANADA INC
ATORVASTATIN
SANIS HEALTH 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
2026-11-27
~15 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02348748
Strength
80MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ATORVASTATIN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-09-23
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
ATORVASTATIN has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from SANIS HEALTH INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
400MG · DIN 02286262
100MG · DIN 02286246
200MG · DIN 02286254
400MG · DIN 02286564
70MG · DIN 02352966
10MG · DIN 02519844
12.5MG · DIN 02466821
0.25MG · DIN 02349191
0.50MG · DIN 02349205
200MG · DIN 02364336
5MG · DIN 02331284
10MG · DIN 02331292