METADOL
KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS 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 METADOL in Canada?
Yes. METADOL 1MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 1, 2026).
Why is METADOL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will METADOL be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 9, 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
METADOL-D
KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS INC.
PMS-METHADONE
ENDO OPERATIONS LTD.
METHADOSE
MALLINCKRODT CANADA ULC
PMS-METHADONE HYDROCHLORIDE ORAL CONCENTRATE
PHARMASCIENCE INC
JAMP METHADONE ORAL CONCENTRATE
JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION
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
2026-10-09
~4 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02247698
Strength
1MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
METHADONE HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-10-01
Reason for Shortage
Demand increase for the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
METADOL has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS INC.
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
DIN 02468735
0.5MG · DIN 02381729
0.25MG · DIN 02381710
DIN 02332450
1G · DIN 02242980
DIN 02505223
400MG · DIN 02245828
30MG · DIN 02296152
DIN 02290308
25MG · DIN 01997602
20MG · DIN 01997572
5MG · DIN 01924516