DIN 02299224 · ended Apr 1, 2020 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Showing 12 of 15 reports. All reports are on file with Health Canada.
What's happening
There are no active shortage reports for Fluvastatin. Health Canada has 15 historical reports on file for this drug, so supply has been disrupted before; the change log below shows the history.
Fluvastatin is classified under “LIPID MODIFYING AGENTS, PLAIN” (ATC C10AA).
Recent changes
Oct 29, 2026
Shortage resolved
Sep 25, 2026
Estimated end date pushed back : Aug 31, 2026 → Oct 31, 2026
Common questions
What is Fluvastatin used for?
A statin used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.
When will Fluvastatin be back in stock in Canada?
Fluvastatin has no active shortage; supply is normal per Health Canada reports.
Why is Fluvastatin in shortage?
It isn't currently. Past reports and their reasons are listed above.
What can my pharmacist do about it?
Often quite a lot: substitute an equivalent product from an unaffected manufacturer, adjust quantities, or in most provinces adapt or renew prescriptions on the spot. Call your pharmacy before visiting, and call 811 for free health advice.
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Data reflects reports manufacturers are legally required to file with Health Canada, republished with per-drug aggregation by rxstat. Estimated end dates are supplied by manufacturers and frequently change. This page describes drug supply only and is not medical advice; never stop or switch a medication without speaking to your pharmacist or prescriber.