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CA ATC V09BA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Technetium (99mTc) Pyrophosphate shortage in Canada
Is there a Technetium (99mTc) Pyrophosphate shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Technetium (99mTc) Pyrophosphate products are reported short in Canada, the first since 24 Nov 2023. The company estimate for the return is 5 Nov 2026 (latest 31 Mar 2027). Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Australia. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | KIT FOR THE PREPARATION OF TECHNETIUM (99MTC) PYROPHOSPHATE INJECTION (5 vial kit) | ISOLOGIC INNOVATIVE RADIOPHARMACEUTICALS LTD. | 24 Nov 2023 | 31 Mar 2027 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | STANNOUS PYP KIT (1 kit) | CALGARY RADIOPHARMACEUTICAL CENTRE / ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES | 23 Jul 2026 | 5 Nov 2026 | Active ingredient shortage Shortage of an inactive ingredient or component |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.