CA ATC L01EA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Imatinib shortage in Canada
Is there an Imatinib shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Imatinib products are reported short in Canada, the first since 14 Nov 2021. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Belgium, Czechia, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | PMS-IMATINIB (12x10) | PHARMASCIENCE INC | 14 Nov 2021 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | PMS-IMATINIB (3x10) | PHARMASCIENCE INC | 14 Nov 2021 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | ACH-IMATINIB (120) | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC | 22 Mar 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices |
| CA | ACH-IMATINIB (30) | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC | 22 Mar 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices |
| CA | JAMP IMATINIB (3x10) | JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION | 7 Aug 2025 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | JAMP IMATINIB (3x10) | JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION | 7 Aug 2025 | 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.