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Shortage Avoided

CAPRELSA

SANOFI GENZYME, A DIVISION OF SANOFI-AVENTIS 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 CAPRELSA in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for CAPRELSA 300MG is marked resolved (last updated April 8, 2022).

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength300MG
Last updated2022-04-08

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

02378590

Strength

300MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

VANDETANIB

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2022-04-08

Reason for Shortage

Other (Please describe in comments)