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Active Shortage

NOVO-GESIC FORTE

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

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 NOVO-GESIC FORTE in Canada?

Yes. NOVO-GESIC FORTE 500MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 29, 2026).

Why is NOVO-GESIC FORTE not available?

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

When will NOVO-GESIC FORTE be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 30, 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
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products · 5 same form & route
Expected resolution~18 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength500MG
Report last updated2026-10-29
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

TYLENOL EXTRA STRENGTH CAPLETS

KENVUE CANADA INC.

500MG · DIN 00723908

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

EXTRA STRENGTH ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS 500 MG

VITA HEALTH PRODUCTS INC

500MG · DIN 00605778

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

TYLENOL RAPID RELEASE

KENVUE CANADA INC.

500MG · DIN 00863270

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS 500 MG

LABORATOIRES TRIANON INC.

500MG · DIN 00789798

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

TYLENOL EXTRA STRENGTH

KENVUE CANADA INC.

500MG · DIN 00559407

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

PDP-ACETAMINOPHEN SOLUTION 160MG/5ML

PENDOPHARM DIVISION OF PHARMASCIENCE INC

160MG · DIN 00792691

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

Estimated Resolution

2026-11-30

~18 days remaining (estimate)

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

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DIN

00482323

Strength

500MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ACETAMINOPHEN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-10-29

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.