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Shortage Avoided

NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE

ENDO VENTURES LTD

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 NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE in Canada?

Yes. NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE 250MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 27, 2026).

Why is NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Delay in shipping of the drug.

When will NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE be available again?

The estimated resolution date (November 11, 2026) has passed, but the report has not been updated yet. Follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

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StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength250MG
Report last updated2017-12-06
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

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DIN

02415615

Strength

250MG

Dosage Form

TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

Tapentadol

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2017-12-06

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.