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Active Shortage

DILAUDID

PURDUE PHARMA

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 DILAUDID in Canada?

Yes. DILAUDID 2MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated August 11, 2026).

Why is DILAUDID not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will DILAUDID be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 19, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~21 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength2MG
Last updated2026-08-11

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

HYDROMORPHONE HCL TAB 2MG USP

ROXANE LABS, DIVISION OF BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM

2MG · DIN 01916289

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-HYDROMORPHONE TAB 2MG

PHARMASCIENCE INC

2MG · DIN 00885436

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

DILAUDID

PURDUE PHARMA

4MG · DIN 00125121

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPH CONTIN-CONTROLLED RELEASE CAP - 24MG

PURDUE PHARMA

24MG · DIN 02125382

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPH CONTIN-CONTROLLED RELEASE CAP - 6MG

PURDUE PHARMA

6MG · DIN 02125331

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPH CONTIN-CONTROLLED RELEASE CAP - 3MG

PURDUE PHARMA

3MG · DIN 02125323

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

2026-10-19

~21 days remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

00125083

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-08-11

Reason for Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

DILAUDID has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.