CA ATC L01CD02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Docetaxel shortage in Canada
Is there a Docetaxel shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Docetaxel products are reported short in Canada, the first since 29 Feb 2016. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in United States, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | DOCETAXEL INJECTION (0.72ML) | TEVA CANADA LIMITED | 29 Feb 2016 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | DOCETAXEL INJECTION (2.88ML) | TEVA CANADA LIMITED | 29 Feb 2016 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | TAXOTERE (1) discontinuation | SANOFI-AVENTIS CANADA INC | not given | not given | 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.