SANDOZ OLOPATADINE 0.2%
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
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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 SANDOZ OLOPATADINE 0.2% in Canada?
Yes. SANDOZ OLOPATADINE 0.2% has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 6, 2026).
Why is SANDOZ OLOPATADINE 0.2% not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will SANDOZ OLOPATADINE 0.2% be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 16, 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.
Closest Matches
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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
2026-10-16
~8 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02420171
Strength
0.2%
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
OPHTHALMIC
Active Ingredient
OLOPATADINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-10-06
Reason for Shortage
Demand increase for the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
SANDOZ OLOPATADINE 0.2% has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
200MG · DIN 02243098
5MG · DIN 02269198
500MCG · DIN 02248181
250MG · DIN 02242971
50MG · DIN 02242325
DIN 02495929
DIN 02495910
DIN 02495937
250MG · DIN 02246533
1MG · DIN 02548968
10MG · DIN 02513420
10MG · DIN 02236759