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Hypnotics And Sedatives: shortage status in Canada

4 of the 6 hypnotics and sedatives rxstat tracks are currently in shortage in Canada. When one drug in a class is short, demand often shifts to its alternatives, so related drugs can tighten too; each page below shows which manufacturers are affected and the latest recovery estimates.

Flurazepam (Som-Pam) Widespread shortage 4 of 6 reported products affected Scopolamine Widespread shortage 2 of 4 reported products affected · est. return Aug 14, 2026 Zolpidem (Sublinox) Partial shortage 2 of 8 reported products affected · est. return Nov 20, 2026 Zopiclone (Imovane) Partial shortage 6 of 24 reported products affected · est. return Oct 27, 2026 Dexmedetomidine (Precedex) No current shortage Midazolam No current shortage

Guides: what to do when your medication is in shortage · how to read these statuses

Class groupings follow the WHO ATC classification in Health Canada's reports. Data reflects manufacturer mandatory filings; see methodology.