CA ATC J01DH02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Meropenem shortage in Canada
Is there a Meropenem shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Meropenem products are reported short in Canada, the first since 7 Jun 2024. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Ireland, Belgium, Sweden, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | TARO-MEROPENEM (10 x 1Vial) | SUN PHARMA CANADA INC | 7 Jun 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | TARO-MEROPENEM (10 x 1Vial) | SUN PHARMA CANADA INC | 14 Jun 2024 | 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.