WELLBUTRIN SR
VALEANT CANADA LP/VALEANT CANADA S.E.C.
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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 WELLBUTRIN SR in Canada?
Yes. WELLBUTRIN SR 150MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated June 7, 2019).
Why is WELLBUTRIN SR not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Shortage of an active ingredient.
When will WELLBUTRIN SR be available again?
No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as 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.
⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.
Closest Matches
PMS-BUPROPION SR
Extended-ReleasePHARMASCIENCE INC
ZYBAN
BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.
ODAN BUPROPION SR
Extended-ReleaseODAN LABORATORIESLTD
WELLBUTRIN XL
BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.
NOVO-BUPROPION SR TABLETS
Extended-ReleaseNOVOPHARM LIMITED
BUPROPION HCL SR
Extended-ReleaseBAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.
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.
DIN
02237825
Strength
150MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
BUPROPION HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2019-06-07
Reason for Shortage
Shortage of an active ingredient.