Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet shortage
Not a nationwide shortage — Teva Pharmaceuticals has told the FDA it is discontinuing its diclofenac sodium delayed-release tablets. The FDA lists this under “To be discontinued” as of Oct 8, 2026: a company stopping its own product. 25 other companies sell the same medicine and have not reported a problem, so your pharmacy may be able to order another company’s version.
Teva is stopping its diclofenac sodium delayed-release tablets, and the change may be permanent. The same medicine in 50 mg and 75 mg is still listed by other makers that have not reported a shortage.
Don’t stop or change your therapy on your own — talk with your prescriber about the plan that fits you, and ask your pharmacist what’s actually available (see options).
Do you take this medicine? See the ‘What to do’ note from Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD →Is diclofenac sodium still in shortage? — status as of Oct 8, 2026
Still listed as “To be discontinued” as of Oct 8, 2026. Teva Pharmaceuticals is stopping its own version only; 25 other companies still sell the same medicine and have not reported a problem. Your pharmacy may need to order another company’s version.
The charts count only the companies that reported this shortage to the FDA; companies that haven’t reported a problem are in the green card, and the Supply-Risk rating counts them too.
Shortage timeline
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Aug 13, 2026Currently in shortage6 of 6 products affected.
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Aug 13, 2026First reported to the FDA6 products first listed.
Built from FDA posting and update dates. The end date FDA publishes is the posting/update date, not a true resolution date, so durations are approximate.
Which diclofenac sodium products are affected — by company
Company: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. 📞 800-545-8800 6 NDCS click to expand
| Status | NDC / product | Strength | Availability | Related information | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To Be Discontinued | Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet, 50 mg | 50 mg | — | A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug. | — |
| To Be Discontinued | Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet, 75 mg | 75 mg | — | A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug. | — |
| To Be Discontinued | Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet, 75 mg | 75 mg | — | A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug. | — |
| To Be Discontinued | Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet, 50 mg | 50 mg | — | A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug. | — |
| To Be Discontinued | Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet, 75 mg | 75 mg | — | A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug. | — |
| To Be Discontinued | Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet, 50 mg | 50 mg | — | A business decision was made to discontinue manufacture of the drug. | — |
These rows are company reports to the FDA for Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet — they do not cover every company that lists this medicine. A company appears here only if it told the FDA it has a supply problem, so other companies may still have stock. That’s the basis for the Where else can I get diclofenac sodium? options further down this page.
Why is Teva Pharmaceuticals discontinuing diclofenac sodium?
Here's what I can tell you about why diclofenac sodium delayed-release tablets are on the FDA's list. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA told the FDA that it made a business decision to stop making this medicine. The FDA lists it as "to be discontinued." No separate shortage reason, like a factory problem or a spike in demand, was given.
The report covers Teva's 50 mg and 75 mg delayed-release tablets, across six listed product codes (three for each strength). Teva did not share any dates for when its supply will run out, and it did not name any strength or package size that will keep being made. This applies only to Teva's products in this report. It doesn't tell us what other companies are doing.
Based on the company-reported reason(s) and notes on file with the FDA for Diclofenac Sodium Delayed-Release Tablet, summarized in plain English by HelloPharmacist. A drug can be short for more than one reason, and the FDA updates these as companies report changes.
What should I do if I take diclofenac sodium?
Diclofenac sodium delayed-release tablets are on the FDA drug shortage list because one manufacturer, Teva, has reported that it will stop making them. The overall supply risk is rated low.
Both strengths in this report, 50 mg and 75 mg, are affected by Teva's decision. Neither strength is left without a source, though. Both 50 mg and 75 mg delayed-release tablets are still listed by other companies that have not reported a shortage. Teva says it made a business decision to discontinue the product, so its supply problem is likely permanent. No recovery date is expected from Teva.
Here is what I suggest, in order:
- Keep taking your medicine as prescribed. Do not stop, skip, or change your dose on your own.
- Ask your pharmacy to order your strength. Pharmacies can check wholesalers and other manufacturers.
- Ask whether they can get the same medicine from another maker, such as Rising Pharma, AvKARE, or Golden State Medical Supply. These may not be in local stock right away.
- If your exact strength cannot be found, talk with your prescriber or pharmacist about options. These might include a different strength to make up your dose or another treatment they choose for you.
- Manufacturer phone numbers are listed on this page for reference. Pharmacies usually make these calls.
This information comes from national, manufacturer-reported FDA data and may not match your local pharmacy's stock. It is general information, not personal medical advice.
- Ask your pharmacy to check other companies’ versions, other strengths, package sizes, and nearby stores — the options below are a starting point.
- If this is part of an ongoing or essential regimen (for example HIV, seizure, heart, transplant, diabetes or mental-health medicines), arrange continued supply before you run out rather than rationing doses.
Uses, dosing, side effects, prices, and the complete FDA label — written in plain English and pharmacist-reviewed.
Where else can I get diclofenac sodium?
FDA shortages are company-reported — a company only shows up on the shortage list if it told the FDA it has a supply problem, so not every company that lists diclofenac sodium delayed-release tablets is necessarily short. Below are the other listings in the current FDA NDC Directory that are not reported in shortage: the same medicine from companies that haven’t reported a problem (the reporting company is excluded), and other dosage forms. Some listings are repackagers, which relabel another company’s product. These may still be out of stock at your pharmacy, and only your prescriber or pharmacist can decide what’s right for you.
Same medicine from other companies (not reporting a shortage)
Same active ingredient, dosage form & route as the shortage (matched on the FDB HICL ingredient code), from companies that have not filed a shortage with the FDA:
| Product | Strength | Form / route | Company | NDC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc. | 16571-0201-06 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc. | 16571-0202-06 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc. | 16571-0203-03 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | AvKARE | 42291-0230-10 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | AvKARE | 42291-0231-10 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Extended Release · Oral | Edenbridge Pharmaceuticals LLC. | 42799-0953-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 43063-0467-14 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | A-S Medication Solutions | 50090-0538-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | A-S Medication Solutions | 50090-0545-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated · Oral | Ingenus Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 50742-0278-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | 51407-0536-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | 51407-0537-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Golden State Medical Supply, Inc. | 51407-0538-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 55289-0150-10 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Aurobindo Pharma Limited | 59651-0842-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Aurobindo Pharma Limited | 59651-0843-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Umedica Laboratories USA Inc. | 60290-0082-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Umedica Laboratories USA Inc. | 60290-0083-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Umedica Laboratories USA Inc. | 60290-0084-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | American Health Packaging | 60687-0606-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | American Health Packaging | 60687-0658-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | St. Mary's Medical Park Pharmacy | 60760-0090-15 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Extended Release · Oral | ST. MARY'S MEDICAL PARK PHARMACY | 60760-0953-30 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Carlsbad Technology, Inc. | 61442-0101-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Carlsbad Technology, Inc. | 61442-0102-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Carlsbad Technology, Inc. | 61442-0103-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Proficient Rx LP | 63187-0012-06 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Proficient Rx LP | 63187-0522-30 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release · Oral | Proficient Rx LP | 63187-0994-15 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Bryant Ranch Prepack | 63629-2010-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc. | 66267-0071-14 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | BluePoint Laboratories | 68001-0279-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | BluePoint Laboratories | 68001-0280-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | BluePoint Laboratories | 68001-0281-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated · Oral | BluePoint Laboratories | 68001-0612-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release · Oral | Oceanside Pharmaceuticals | 68682-0103-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | SOLA Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 70512-0784-60 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | REMEDYREPACK INC. | 70518-0627-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | REMEDYREPACK INC. | 70518-0756-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated · Oral | REMEDYREPACK INC. | 70518-4044-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Bryant Ranch Prepack | 71335-0357-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release · Oral | Bryant Ranch Prepack | 71335-0648-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated · Oral | Bryant Ranch Prepack | 71335-9665-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, LLC | 71610-0068-80 |
| Diclofenac Sodium D/R | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | DirectRx | 72189-0675-90 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | NorthStar Rx LLC | 72603-0600-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | NorthStar Rx LLC | 72603-0601-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | NorthStar Rx LLC | 72603-0604-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Advagen Pharma Ltd | 72888-0109-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Advagen Pharma Ltd | 72888-0110-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Advagen Pharma Ltd | 72888-0111-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Asclemed USA, Inc. | 76420-0571-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Asclemed USA, Inc. | 76420-0572-01 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 100 mg/1 | Tablet, Film Coated · Oral | Asclemed USA, Inc. | 76420-0598-07 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | Asclemed USA, Inc. | 76420-0670-00 |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 75 mg/1 | Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral | PHOENIX RX LLC | 85509-1103-03 |
Other dosage forms of diclofenac sodium
A different form of the same drug (for example a solution when capsules are short). A form change is a clinical decision — ask your prescriber:
Therapeutic equivalents & pricing 30 productsclick to expand
Orange Book–rated equivalents of the affected strengths, with the latest NADAC price (a federal retail-acquisition benchmark, not your copay) and an evidence-based availability label. Cheapest first.
| Product | Manufacturer | Package | NADAC $/unit | AB rating | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | Actavis | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | Rising | 60 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | Aurobindo | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | American | 1 tablet | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 75 mg | Carlsbad | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 75 mg | Carlsbad | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | BluePoint | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | SOLA | 60 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | NorthStar | 60 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | Advagen | 1000 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 75 mg | Actavis | 60 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | Actavis | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | Rising | 60 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | Aurobindo | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | American | 1 tablet | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 50 mg | Carlsbad | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 50 mg | Carlsbad | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | BluePoint | 100 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | NorthStar | 1000 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | Advagen | 1000 tablets | $0.062 | AB | Availability likely |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | AvKARE | 1000 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | PD-Rx | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | A-S | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | A-S | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | A-S | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg | A-S | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 50 mg | A-S | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 50 mg | A-S | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 50 mg | A-S | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
| Diclofenac Sodium Delayed Release 50 mg | A-S | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed |
Equivalents share the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and route; an AB rating means the FDA considers them substitutable. NADAC is a national retail-pharmacy acquisition benchmark from CMS — not what you pay. Availability is inferred from recent pricing, not a stock check.
Other drugs in the same treatment class
These are different medicines — not other versions of diclofenac sodium — that fall in the same broad treatment class (nsaids, cyclooxygenase inhibitor type analgesics) . They are not automatic substitutes: they can differ in how they work, dosing, effectiveness, side effects and what they’re approved to treat. Do not switch on your own. This list is for information only — ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether any of them is appropriate for you.
Codes & classification for pharmacists and billers
Where does this data come from?
Diclofenac sodium shortage FAQs
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When will diclofenac sodium be available again?
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Where does this data come from?
/drug/shortages) — drug, manufacturer & contact, NDC/product, status, availability, reason, therapeutic category and posting/update dates. Current / To Be Discontinued = active; Resolved is kept for history. The Supply-Risk rating is assessed per active ingredient and adds the FDA NDC Directory (companies listing the same ingredient & form — the "other companies" the rating counts); same-medicine and equivalent products use First Databank classification + CMS NADAC pricing; Medicaid use + most-affected states come from CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data. Reference only — confirm current status with the manufacturer or FDA before acting on it.