TEMODAL
MERCK 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 TEMODAL in Canada?
A shortage of TEMODAL 140MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated November 10, 2026), but it has not started yet.
Why is TEMODAL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will TEMODAL 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.
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
TEVA-TEMOZOLOMIDE
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
Other Products
TEMODAL
MERCK CANADA INC
ACH-TEMOZOLOMIDE
ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC
TARO-TEMOZOLOMIDE
TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC
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
2026-12-04
~22 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02312794
Strength
140MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
TEMOZOLOMIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-11-10
Reason for Shortage
Demand increase for the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
TEMODAL has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from MERCK CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 00782327
10MG · DIN 02483513
20MG · DIN 02483548
15MG · DIN 02483521
100MG · DIN 02451816
50MG · DIN 02244265
70MG · DIN 02244266
DIN 02549891
DIN 02482592
200MG · DIN 02387174
0.05% · DIN 00862975
0.05% · DIN 00688622