Active Shortage

TIMOLOL MALEATE-EX

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

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 TIMOLOL MALEATE-EX in Canada?

Yes. TIMOLOL MALEATE-EX 0.5% has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated February 9, 2026).

Why is TIMOLOL MALEATE-EX not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will TIMOLOL MALEATE-EX be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is July 30, 2027. 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

StatusActive Shortage

Same-ingredient products on file6 products

Expected resolution~10 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength0.5%

Last updated2026-02-09

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

MYLAN-TIMOLOL

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

0.5% · DIN 00893781

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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NOVO-TIMOL LIQ 0.5%

NOVOPHARM LIMITED

0.5% · DIN 02048515

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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MED TIMOLOL LIQ OPH 0.5%

MEDICAN PHARMA INCORPORATED

0.5% · DIN 02084325

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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BETA-TIM - 0.5% LIQ

CIBA VISION CANADA INC

0.5% · DIN 02123304

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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TIMOPTIC

MERCK CANADA INC

0.25% · DIN 00451193

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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NOVO-TIMOL LIQ 0.25%

NOVOPHARM LIMITED

0.25% · DIN 02048523

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

Estimated Resolution

2027-07-30

~10 months remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02242276

Strength

0.5%

Dosage Form

SOLUTION (EXTENDED RELEASE)

Route

OPHTHALMIC

Active Ingredient

TIMOLOL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-02-09

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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