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CA ATC C10AC02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Colestipol shortage in Canada
Is there a Colestipol shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Colestipol products are reported short in Canada, the first since 17 Mar 2021. The company estimate for the return is 6 Apr 2027. 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 | COLESTID GRANULES (Pouch 30's) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 17 Mar 2021 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | COLESTID TABLETS (1x120) discontinuation | PFIZER CANADA ULC | not given | 6 Apr 2027 | Not stated |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.