Canada faces pain medicine shortage and here’s what can you do

Canada is grappling with a nationwide shortage of prescription pain medications containing acetaminophen with codeine or oxycodone, impacting drugs like Percocet and Tylenol No. 3. Manufacturing disruptions and increased demand are the primary causes. Pharmacists are dispensing limited quantities, and the shortage is expected to last until early August 2025, with a significant resupply anticipated.