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CA ATC A09AA02 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Multienzymes (Lipase, Protease etc.) shortage in Canada
Is there a Multienzymes (Lipase, Protease etc.) shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 5 Multienzymes (Lipase, Protease etc.) products are reported short in Canada, the first since 8 Jun 2026. The company estimate for the return is 24 Nov 2026 (latest 30 Nov 2027). Main reason: active ingredient shortage.
Also short in Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, Czechia, Norway. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | COTAZYM ECS 20 (100) limited | ORGANON CANADA INC. | 8 Jun 2026 | 31 May 2027 | Active ingredient shortage Shortage of an active ingredient |
| CA | COTAZYM ECS 8 (500) limited | ORGANON CANADA INC. | 8 Jun 2026 | 31 May 2027 | Active ingredient shortage Shortage of an active ingredient |
| CA | COTAZYM (100) limited | ORGANON CANADA INC. | 22 Sep 2026 | 31 May 2027 | Increased demand Demand increase for the drug |
| CA | CREON MINIMICROSPHERES 35 (100 BT CA) | BGP PHARMA ULC | 7 Oct 2026 | 24 Nov 2026 | Other Other (Please describe in comments) |
| CA | VIOKACE (100 Tablet bottle) anticipated | NESTLE ENTERPRISES S.A. | 1 Feb 2027 | 30 Nov 2027 | Active ingredient shortage Shortage of an active ingredient |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.