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ATC D04AB01 · Anesthetics for Topical Use · updated 2 Nov 2026
Lidocaine shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Lidocaine has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Canada), covering 1 product from 1 company.
Is there a Lidocaine shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Lidocaine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Canada. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesCompared with similar medicines
ATC group D04AB · Anesthetics for Topical UseAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | LIDODAN JELLY 2%(SINGLE USE SYRINGE) (10 mL) | ODAN LABORATORIES LTD | 21 Jun 2016 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Lidocaine shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Lidocaine is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Canada. No company has given a return date.
When will Lidocaine be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Canada: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Lidocaine in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: manufacturing problem. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Lidocaine shortages?
Odan.