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SANDOZ RABEPRAZOLE
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 RABEPRAZOLE in Canada?
Yes. SANDOZ RABEPRAZOLE 20MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 9, 2026).
Why is SANDOZ RABEPRAZOLE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will SANDOZ RABEPRAZOLE be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 4, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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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.
DIN
02314185
Strength
20MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (ENTERIC-COATED)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
RABEPRAZOLE SODIUM
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-09-21
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
SANDOZ RABEPRAZOLE has 7 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.
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 02495937
DIN 02495910
250MG · DIN 02246533
1MG · DIN 02548968
10MG · DIN 02513420
10MG · DIN 02236759