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Anticipated Shortage

MINT-VENLAFAXINE XR

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-VENLAFAXINE XR in Canada?

Yes. MINT-VENLAFAXINE XR 75MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated June 12, 2026).

Why is MINT-VENLAFAXINE XR not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.

When will MINT-VENLAFAXINE XR be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 31, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

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Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~4 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength75MG
Last updated2026-07-28

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.

⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.

Other Products

EFFEXOR TABLETS, 75MG

WYETH CANADA

75MG · DIN 02103702

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

EFFEXOR XR

Extended-Release

BGP PHARMA ULC

75MG · DIN 02237280

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PHL-VENLAFAXINE XR

Extended-Release

PHARMEL INC

75MG · DIN 02299348

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

EFFEXOR TABLETS, 37.5MG

WYETH CANADA

37.5MG · DIN 02103680

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

EFFEXOR TABLETS, 50MG

WYETH CANADA

50MG · DIN 02103699

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

GD-DESVENLAFAXINE

GENMED A DIVISION OF PFIZER CANADA ULC

50MG · DIN 02441667

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

02522985

Strength

75MG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE (EXTENDED RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

VENLAFAXINE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-07-28

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

MINT-VENLAFAXINE XR has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.