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CA ATC L01CD01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Paclitaxel shortage in Canada
Is there a Paclitaxel shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Paclitaxel products are reported short in Canada, the first since 29 Sep 2014. No return date has been given. Main reason: other.
Also short in France, Italy, Spain, Czechia, Sweden, Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | PACLITAXEL FOR INJECTION USP (1 VIAL) | STERIMAX INC | 29 Sep 2014 | not given | Other Other (Please describe in comments) |
| CA | APO-PACLITAXEL INJECTABLE (5/25/50 ML) | APOTEX INC | 10 Mar 2017 | 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.