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ATC J07BM02 · Papillomavirus Vaccines · updated 4 Nov 2026

Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) shortage

As of 4 Nov 2026, Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Canada), covering 1 product from 1 company.

Is there a Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) shortage?

Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Canada. The earliest expected return is 21 Dec 2026 (Canada).

Countries1/16
Products1packs or presentations
Companies11 listed
Short since–
Earliest return21 Dec 2026company estimate
Main reasonNot stated

Which companies are short

products short, all countries
GSK1 GSK

Listed: GSK GSK · LSE

Affected products

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CACERVARIX (All pack sizes / Tous les formats) discontinuationGLAXOSMITHKLINE INCnot given21 Dec 2026Not stated

"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.

Questions

Is there a Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) shortage?

Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Canada. The earliest expected return is 21 Dec 2026 (Canada).

When will Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) be back in stock?

Companies expect supply back from 21 Dec 2026 in Canada; Canada: 21 Dec 2026. These are company estimates reported to each authority.

Why is Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) in short supply?

The most common reason reported is: not stated. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.

Which companies have Papillomavirus (human types 16, 18) shortages?

GSK.