DIN 02409127 · ended Apr 29, 2025 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Showing 12 of 26 reports. All reports are on file with Health Canada.
What's happening
There are no active shortage reports for Guanfacine. Health Canada has 26 historical reports on file for this drug, so supply has been disrupted before; the change log below shows the history.
Guanfacine is classified under “ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS, CENTRALLY ACTING” (ATC C02AC).
Recent changes
Oct 27, 2026
Shortage resolved
Oct 27, 2026
Shortage resolved
Oct 27, 2026
Shortage resolved
Oct 27, 2026
Shortage resolved
Oct 27, 2026
Shortage resolved
Jul 31, 2026
Estimated end date pushed back : Jul 31, 2026 → Aug 7, 2026
Jul 9, 2026
Estimated end date moved earlier : Jul 31, 2026 → Jul 17, 2026
Common questions
What is Guanfacine used for?
A medication used to treat ADHD and sometimes high blood pressure.
When will Guanfacine be back in stock in Canada?
Guanfacine has no active shortage; supply is normal per Health Canada reports.
Why is Guanfacine 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.