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CA ATC L01DB06 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Idarubicin shortage in Canada
Is there an Idarubicin shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 3 Idarubicin 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. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | IDARUBICIN (1x10 ml Vial) anticipated | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 30 Jun 2027 | 31 Dec 2028 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | IDARUBICIN (1x5ml Vial) anticipated | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 31 Dec 2027 | 31 Dec 2028 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | IDARUBICIN (1x20mL Vial) anticipated | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 5 Jul 2028 | 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.