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Anticipated Shortage

SYNTHROID

BGP PHARMA ULC

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 SYNTHROID in Canada?

A shortage of SYNTHROID 88MCG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated September 29, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is SYNTHROID not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will SYNTHROID be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 27, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~22 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength88MCG
Last updated2026-09-29

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.

Other Products

ELTROXIN TAB 100MCG

GLAXO CANADA INC

.1MG · DIN 00012297

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ELTROXIN 150 TAB

GLAXO CANADA INC

150MCG · DIN 00295582

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ELTROXIN TAB 50MCG

GLAXO CANADA INC

0.05MG · DIN 00012289

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ELTROXIN TAB 200MCG

GLAXO CANADA INC

.2MG · DIN 00012300

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TAB 100MCG

PHARMASCIENCE INC

100MCG · DIN 01953621

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

SYNTHROID TAB 112MCG USP

BOOTS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.

112MCG · DIN 01980947

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

2026-10-27

~22 days remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02172097

Strength

88MCG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-09-29

Reason for Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.