NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE
KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS 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 there a shortage of NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE in Canada?
A shortage of NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE 250MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated October 5, 2026), but it has not started yet.
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 manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 11, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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.
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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
2026-11-11
~34 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02415615
Strength
250MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
TAPENTADOL
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-10-05
Reason for Shortage
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
NUCYNTA EXTENDED-RELEASE has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS INC.
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
DIN 02468735
0.5MG · DIN 02381729
0.25MG · DIN 02381710
DIN 02332450
1G · DIN 02242980
DIN 02505223
400MG · DIN 02245828
30MG · DIN 02296152
DIN 02290308
25MG · DIN 01997602
20MG · DIN 01997572
5MG · DIN 01924516