Active Shortage

VITAMIN B12

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

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 VITAMIN B12 in Canada?

Yes. VITAMIN B12 1000MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 9, 2026).

Why is VITAMIN B12 not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will VITAMIN B12 be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 4, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusActive Shortage

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Expected resolution~20 days remaining (estimate)

Affected strength1000MCG

Report last updated2026-11-09

Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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.

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Community reports are not verified by a pharmacy and may reflect a small sample size. This is not a guarantee of current stock.

DIN

00521515

Strength

1000MCG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

VITAMIN B12

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Product Monograph

Official Product Monograph (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

2026-11-09

Active Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

2026-10-05

Resolved

Demand increase for the drug.

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