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TARO-CANDESARTAN
SUN PHARMA CANADA 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 TARO-CANDESARTAN in Canada?
Yes. TARO-CANDESARTAN 4MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 18, 2026).
Why is TARO-CANDESARTAN not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will TARO-CANDESARTAN 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.
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
02380684
Strength
4MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-08-28
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
TARO-CANDESARTAN has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from SUN PHARMA CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
20MG · DIN 02313715
80MG · DIN 02313758
10MG · DIN 02313707
40MG · DIN 02313723
125MG · DIN 02329204
250MG · DIN 02293528
500MG · DIN 02293536
250MG · DIN 02293579
75MG · DIN 02379813
50MG · DIN 02532158
100MG · DIN 02532166
10MG · DIN 02385481