MEZAVANT
TAKEDA CANADA 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 MEZAVANT in Canada?
Not currently. The most recent shortage report for MEZAVANT 1.2G is marked resolved (last updated August 5, 2026).
Mezavant Shortage in Canada: Current Status
Whether Mezavant (mesalamine 1.2g) is in shortage in Canada right now, why you shouldn't stretch out doses on your own, and what to do if your pharmacy is low.
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
02297558
Strength
1.2G
Dosage Form
TABLET (DELAYED AND EXTENDED RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
MESALAZINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-08-05
Reason for Shortage
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Other Products from TAKEDA CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
15MG · DIN 02242572
30MG · DIN 02242573
45MG · DIN 02242574
20MG · DIN 02248811
15MG · DIN 02248810
10MG · DIN 02248809
30MG · DIN 02248813
25MG · DIN 02248812
5MG · DIN 02248808
3000UNIT · DIN 02498626
250UNIT · DIN 02498537
500UNIT · DIN 02498545