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CA ATC L04AX05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Pirfenidone shortage in Canada
Is there a Pirfenidone shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Pirfenidone products are reported short in Canada, the first since 23 May 2024. The company estimate for the return is 31 Mar 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, Czechia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | PMS-PIRFENIDONE (21) | PHARMASCIENCE INC | 23 May 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | PMS-PIRFENIDONE (270) | PHARMASCIENCE INC | 23 May 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | PMS-PIRFENIDONE (90) | PHARMASCIENCE INC | 23 May 2024 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | ESBRIET (Blister pack of 21) discontinuation | HOFFMANN-LA ROCHE LIMITED | not given | 31 Mar 2027 | Not stated |
| CA | ESBRIET (Bottle of 270) discontinuation | HOFFMANN-LA ROCHE LIMITED | not given | 31 Mar 2027 | Not stated |
| CA | ESBRIET (Bottle of 90) discontinuation | HOFFMANN-LA ROCHE LIMITED | not given | 31 Mar 2027 | Not stated |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.