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CA ATC N05CA01 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Pentobarbital shortage in Canada

Is there a Pentobarbital shortage in Canada?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Pentobarbital product is reported short in Canada, the first since 1 Aug 2026. The company estimate for the return is 1 Jun 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.

Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.

Affected products in Canada

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CADORMINAL (250ml)RAFTER 8 PRODUCTS INC1 Aug 20261 Jun 2027Manufacturing problem
Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices

Source

Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.