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CA ATC S01FB01 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Phenylephrine shortage in Canada
Is there a Phenylephrine shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Phenylephrine product is reported short in Canada, the first since 15 Apr 2016. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Germany. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | ODAN-PHENYLEPHRINE (15 mL) | ODAN LABORATORIES LTD | 15 Apr 2016 | 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.