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CA ATC J01MA12 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Levofloxacin shortage in Canada
Is there a Levofloxacin shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Levofloxacin products are reported short in Canada, the first since 1 Sep 2026. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Sweden. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | LEVOFLOXACIN IN 5% DEXTROSE INJECTION (24 X 100ML) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 1 Sep 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | LEVOFLOXACIN IN 5% DEXTROSE INJECTION (24 X 150ML) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 1 Sep 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | LEVOFLOXACIN IN 5% DEXTROSE INJECTION (24 X 50ML) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 1 Sep 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | LEVOFLOXACIN IN 5% DEXTROSE INJECTION (150mL) | HIKMA CANADA LIMITED | 9 Oct 2026 | not given | Distribution or logistics Delay in shipping 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.