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CA ATC J01XB02 · updated 2 Nov 2026

Polymyxin B shortage in Canada

Is there a Polymyxin B shortage in Canada?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 1 Polymyxin B product is reported short in Canada, the first since 17 Jan 2017. No return date has been given. Main reason: other.

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

Affected products in Canada

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
CAPOLYMYXIN B FOR INJECTION USP (1 VIAL)STERIMAX INC17 Jan 2017not givenOther
Other (Please describe in comments)

Source

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