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TETRACYCLINE
AA PHARMA 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 TETRACYCLINE discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TETRACYCLINE 250MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 27, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is TETRACYCLINE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
00580929
Strength
250MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-06-19
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
TETRACYCLINE has 4 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from AA PHARMA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
10MG · DIN 02420333
DIN 00784400
DIN 02248764
DIN 02248763
50MG · DIN 02458748
200MG · DIN 02458756
25MG · DIN 02248034
100MG · DIN 02248035
30MG · DIN 00771376
60MG · DIN 00771384
67MG · DIN 02243180
200MG · DIN 02239864