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Active Shortage

BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP

PFIZER CANADA ULC

This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.

Quick answers

Is there a shortage of BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP in Canada?

Yes. BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP 30ML has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 16, 2026).

Why is BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is September 30, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~2 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength30ML
Last updated2026-09-16

Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient

These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.

Other Products

STERILE WATER FOR INJECTION USP

OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

100% · DIN 00402257

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DILUTING MEDIUM FOR SOLUBLE INSULIN INJECTION

NOVO NORDISK CANADA INC

1ML · DIN 02025272

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FOR INJECTION USP

OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

100% · DIN 02131536

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

STERILE WATER FOR INHALATION USP 3ML

AUTOMATIC LIQUID PACKAGING INC., HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS DIVISION

100% · DIN 00770507

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

STERILE WATER FOR IRRIGATION USP

ICU MEDICAL CANADA INC

100% · DIN 00498785

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

STERILE WATER FOR IRRIGATION, USP

BAXTER CORPORATION

100% · DIN 00799998

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

DIN

00038202

Strength

30ML

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

WATER

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Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage Timeline

Approximate — based on the dates HPSC reports were last updated, not confirmed onset or resolution dates. Gaps between bars are periods with no shortage on file.

Active/anticipated Resolved

Shortage History