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CA ATC D06BB04 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Podophyllotoxin shortage in Canada

Is there a Podophyllotoxin shortage in Canada?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Podophyllotoxin products are reported short in Canada, the first since 27 Sep 2019. No return date has been given. Main reason: distribution or logistics.

Also short in Austria. All countries.

Affected products in Canada

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CAPODOFILM LIQ 250MG/ML (25mL)PALADIN LABS INC27 Sep 2019not givenDistribution or logistics
Delay in shipping of the drug
CACONDYLINE (3.5 mL bottle) discontinuationSANOFI-AVENTIS CANADA INCnot givennot givenNot 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.