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CA ATC N04AC01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Benzatropine shortage in Canada
Is there a Benzatropine shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Benzatropine products are reported short in Canada, the first since 30 Mar 2023. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2026. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | VPI-BENZTROPINE (Vials of 2 ml, boxes of 10) | VPI PHARMACEUTICALS INC | 30 Mar 2023 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | BENZTROPINE OMEGA (10 x 2mL vial / fiole) | OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED | 21 Jul 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.