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Anticipated Shortage

MYLAN-ACYCLOVIR

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

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 MYLAN-ACYCLOVIR in Canada?

A shortage of MYLAN-ACYCLOVIR 400MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated September 22, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is MYLAN-ACYCLOVIR not available?

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

When will MYLAN-ACYCLOVIR be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 27, 2026. 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 file6 products
Expected resolution~28 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength400MG
Last updated2026-09-22

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

ZOVIRAX 400

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

400MG · DIN 01911627

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

APO-ACYCLOVIR

APOTEX INC

400MG · DIN 02207648

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ALTI-ACYCLOVIR - 400MG

ALTIMED PHARMA INC.

400MG · DIN 02229708

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

ZOVIRAX TAB 200MG

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

200MG · DIN 00634506

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

RATIO-ACYCLOVIR

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

800MG · DIN 02078651

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ACYCLOVIR

APOTEX INC

200MG · DIN 02197405

Different strengthSame 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

2026-10-27

~28 days remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02242463

Strength

400MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ACYCLOVIR

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-09-22

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.