LIPITOR
BGP PHARMA 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 there a shortage of LIPITOR in Canada?
Yes. LIPITOR 80MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 20, 2026).
Why is LIPITOR not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will LIPITOR be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is January 26, 2027. 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.
Closest Matches
AURO-ATORVASTATIN
AURO PHARMA INC
Other Products
LIPITOR
BGP PHARMA ULC
PRO-ATORVASTATIN
PRO DOC LIMITEE
SPC-ATORVASTATIN
SUN PHARMA CANADA INC
SANDOZ ATORVASTATIN
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
ACH-ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM
ACCORD HEALTHCARE 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
2027-01-26
~2 months remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02243097
Strength
80MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ATORVASTATIN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-10-20
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
LIPITOR has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from BGP PHARMA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.