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Anticipated Shortage

MINT-ABACAVIR

MINT PHARMACEUTICALS 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 MINT-ABACAVIR in Canada?

A shortage of MINT-ABACAVIR 300MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated July 27, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is MINT-ABACAVIR not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will MINT-ABACAVIR be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is January 31, 2027. 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
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file2 products
Expected resolution~4 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength300MG
Last updated2026-07-27

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

APO-ABACAVIR

APOTEX INC

300MG · DIN 02396769

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

ZIAGEN

VIIV HEALTHCARE ULC

20MG · DIN 02240358

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is already out of stock?

No — this shortage hasn't started yet. It's an early warning that supply may become tight, based on information from the manufacturer.

What should I do?

No action is needed yet. It's worth asking your pharmacist at your next refill whether they expect any disruption for this product.

Estimated Resolution

2027-01-31

~4 months remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02480956

Strength

300MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ABACAVIR

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-07-27

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.