LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND EPINEPHRINE 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 LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND EPINEPHRINE INJECTION USP in Canada?
Yes. LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND EPINEPHRINE INJECTION USP 0.01MG 20MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated May 11, 2026).
Why is LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND EPINEPHRINE INJECTION USP not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND EPINEPHRINE INJECTION USP be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is June 15, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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.
⚠ Possible Recall or Safety Alert
Health Canada has issued a recall or safety alert matching this product. This match is based on product name similarity and may not be exact — confirm against your specific lot number before taking action.
DIN
01901915
Strength
0.01MG 20MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
BLOCK/INFILTRATION
Active Ingredient
EPINEPHRINE LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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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.
Shortage History
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Business reasons
Business reasons
Other Products from PFIZER CANADA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 02511053
20MG · DIN 02511061
40MG · DIN 02511045
DIN 02544040
5MG · DIN 01947664
10MG · DIN 01947672
20MG · DIN 01947680
40MG · DIN 01947699
DIN 02237367
DIN 02237368
DIN 02237369
50MG · DIN 02401347