CA ATC N01AH01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Fentanyl shortage in Canada
Is there a Fentanyl shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Fentanyl product is reported short in Canada, the first since 1 Nov 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in United States, Italy, Austria, Belgium, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | FENTANYL CITRATE INJECTION USP (2mL) | HIKMA CANADA LIMITED | 1 Nov 2023 | not given | 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.