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CA ATC S02CA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Fluocinolone Acetonide and Antiinfectives shortage in Canada

Is there a Fluocinolone Acetonide and Antiinfectives shortage in Canada?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Fluocinolone Acetonide and Antiinfectives product is reported short in Canada, the first since 22 Dec 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: active ingredient shortage.

Also short in Italy. All countries.

Affected products in Canada

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CAOTIXAL (15)MEDEXUS PHARMACEUTICALS INC.22 Dec 2025not givenActive ingredient shortage
Shortage of an active ingredient

Source

Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.