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Active Shortage

CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION USP

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 CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION USP in Canada?

Yes. CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION USP 1G has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 21, 2026).

Why is CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION USP not available?

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

When will CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION USP be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 2, 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~4 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength1G
Last updated2026-09-21

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.

Closest Matches

KEFZOL ADD-VANTAGE INJ 1GM/VIAL

ELI LILLY CANADA INC

1G · DIN 00411442

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

1G · DIN 02108127

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ANCEF INJ PWS 1GM/VIAL USP

SMITHKLINE BEECHAM PHARMA DIVISION OF SMITHKLINE BEECHAM INC

1G · DIN 01919601

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

STERILE CEFAZOLIN SODIUM

TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD

1G · DIN 02233854

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

KEFZOL ADD-VANTAGE INJ 500MG/VIAL

ELI LILLY CANADA INC

500MG · DIN 00411434

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

KEFZOL

PHARMACEUTICAL PARTNERS OF CANADA INC

10G · DIN 00411450

Different strengthSame dosage formSame 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

02308959

Strength

1G

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

CEFAZOLIN

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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