NAT-ESCITALOPRAM
NATCO PHARMA (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 NAT-ESCITALOPRAM discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NAT-ESCITALOPRAM 10MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 6, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
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What this means
Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?
Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.
What should I do?
Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.
DIN
02440296
Strength
10MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ESCITALOPRAM
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-01-06
Reason for Shortage
Other (Please describe in comments)
Other Products from NATCO PHARMA (CANADA) INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
250MG · DIN 02494132
1MG · DIN 02417855
5MG · DIN 02492822
2.5MG · DIN 02492814
100MG · DIN 02496895
25MG · DIN 02496887
125MG · DIN 02467992
62.5MG · DIN 02467984
20MG · DIN 02496488
10MG · DIN 02496461
40MG · DIN 02409038
20MG · DIN 02409011