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CA ATC L01BC01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Cytarabine shortage in Canada
Is there a Cytarabine shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Cytarabine products are reported short in Canada. The company estimate for the return is 31 Dec 2028. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Germany, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | CYTARABINE INJECTION (20ML VIAL) anticipated | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 3 Feb 2027 | 31 Dec 2028 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | CYTARABINE INJECTION (5 X 1 ML VIAL) anticipated | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 11 Mar 2027 | 31 Dec 2028 | 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.