CA ATC J01XB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Colistin shortage in Canada
Is there a Colistin shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Colistin products are reported short in Canada, the first since 2 Jan 2026. The company estimate for the return is 31 Mar 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Belgium, Czechia, Norway, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | COLY-MYCIN M (Vial) | SEARCHLIGHT PHARMA INC | 2 Jan 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | COLISTIMETHATE FOR INJECTION USP (1X1 VIAL) | MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC | 8 Jan 2026 | 31 Mar 2027 | Other Other (Please describe in comments) |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.