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CA ATC S01JA51 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Fluorescein, Combinations shortage in Canada
Is there a Fluorescein, Combinations shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Fluorescein, Combinations products are reported short in Canada, the first since 15 Apr 2016. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | ODAN-FLUORACAINE (5 mL) | ODAN LABORATORIES LTD | 15 Apr 2016 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | FLUORESCEIN SODIUM & BENOXINATE HYDROCHLORIDE OPHTALMIC SOLUTION, USP (n/a) | BAUSCH & LOMB INC | 1 May 2018 | not given | 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.