BIPHENTIN
ELVIUM LIFE SCIENCES
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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 BIPHENTIN in Canada?
Not currently. The most recent shortage report for BIPHENTIN 20MG is marked resolved (last updated June 26, 2026).
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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
02277158
Strength
20MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE (EXTENDED RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-06-26
Reason for Shortage
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Other Products from ELVIUM LIFE SCIENCES
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 02277182
10MG · DIN 02277166
80MG · DIN 02277212
30MG · DIN 02277174
60MG · DIN 02277204
50MG · DIN 02277190
15MG · DIN 02277131
DIN 02240113
DIN 02258692
25MG · DIN 02470292
35MG · DIN 02470306
70MG · DIN 02470330