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Ziprasidone (Zeldox) shortage status

Partial shortage

Source: Health Canada shortage reports · Updated Oct 26, 2026

Some Ziprasidone products are in shortage in Canada (3 of 8 reported products), while others remain available. Your pharmacy may be able to substitute an unaffected manufacturer. The latest estimate for affected products to return is Jan 5, 2027.

An antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Products affected
3 / 8
In shortage since
Jun 3, 2026
Est. full return
Jan 5, 2027
Reports on file
26
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Shortage history

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Shortage history (red bands = periods in shortage).

Reports by product

The DIN is printed on your prescription label.

Active shortage
ZELDOX
80MG · CAPSULE · BGP PHARMA ULC
DIN 02298627 · since Aug 10, 2026, est. end Jan 5, 2027 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Active shortage
ZELDOX
60MG · CAPSULE · BGP PHARMA ULC
DIN 02298619 · since Jun 3, 2026, est. end Jan 5, 2027 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Active shortage
ZELDOX
40MG · CAPSULE · BGP PHARMA ULC
DIN 02298600 · since Oct 6, 2026, est. end Jan 5, 2027 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Resolved
ZELDOX
80MG · CAPSULE · BGP PHARMA ULC
DIN 02298627 · ended Aug 24, 2026 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Resolved
AURO-ZIPRASIDONE
40MG · CAPSULE · AURO PHARMA INC
DIN 02449552 · ended Jun 13, 2024 · Demand increase for the drug.
Resolved
AURO-ZIPRASIDONE
20MG · CAPSULE · AURO PHARMA INC
DIN 02449544 · ended Jun 13, 2024 · Demand increase for the drug.
Resolved
AURO-ZIPRASIDONE
20MG · CAPSULE · AURO PHARMA INC
DIN 02449544 · ended Feb 13, 2024 · Demand increase for the drug.
Resolved
ZELDOX
60MG · CAPSULE · UPJOHN CANADA ULC
DIN 02298619 · ended Sep 18, 2023 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Resolved
ZELDOX
80MG · CAPSULE · UPJOHN CANADA ULC
DIN 02298627 · ended Aug 8, 2023 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Resolved
ZELDOX
20MG · CAPSULE · UPJOHN CANADA ULC
DIN 02298597 · ended Aug 15, 2023 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Resolved
AURO-ZIPRASIDONE
20MG · CAPSULE · AURO PHARMA INC
DIN 02449544 · ended Jul 25, 2023 · Demand increase for the drug.
Resolved
AURO-ZIPRASIDONE
80MG · CAPSULE · AURO PHARMA INC
DIN 02449579 · ended Jun 9, 2023 · Demand increase for the drug.

Showing 12 of 26 reports. All reports are on file with Health Canada.

What's happening

Ziprasidone is currently affected by 3 active shortage reports filed with Health Canada by BGP PHARMA ULC.

The reported cause is: disruption of the manufacture of the drug. Manufacturers must report shortages, but end-date estimates are their own projections and often move.

If your usual product is affected, a pharmacist is the fastest route to a solution: they can dispense an unaffected manufacturer's equivalent when one exists, and in most provinces can adapt doses or substitute a therapeutic alternative without a new appointment.

Ziprasidone is classified under “ANTIPSYCHOTICS” (ATC N05AE).

Recent changes

Common questions

What is Ziprasidone used for?

An antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

When will Ziprasidone be back in stock in Canada?

The latest manufacturer estimate is Jan 5, 2027. Estimates are self-reported and often slip; this page updates automatically when they change.

Why is Ziprasidone in shortage?

See the reports above; manufacturers must state a reason (most commonly manufacturing disruption or a surge in demand) when filing with Health Canada.

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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Possible alternatives in the same class (antipsychotics)

Drugs in the same therapeutic class, best-supplied first. These are not automatic substitutes: only your pharmacist or prescriber can judge whether a switch makes sense for you.

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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.