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CA ATC B05BA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Carbohydrates shortage in Canada
Is there a Carbohydrates shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Carbohydrates products are reported short in Canada, the first since 29 Jun 2026. The company estimate for the return is 30 Nov 2026 (latest 15 Feb 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Czechia, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | DEXTROSE INJECTION (10 x 50mL vial / fiole) | OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED | 29 Jun 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | Increased demand Demand increase for the drug |
| CA | DEXTROSE INJECTION USP (10 X 50ML ANSYR) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 9 Sep 2026 | 15 Feb 2027 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | DEXTROSE INJECTION USP (50ML 1X25 VIALS) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 9 Sep 2026 | 30 Nov 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.