GENOTROPIN
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 GENOTROPIN in Canada?
Yes. GENOTROPIN 5.3MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 27, 2026).
Why is GENOTROPIN not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will GENOTROPIN be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is February 12, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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
SAIZEN
EMD SERONO, A DIVISION OF EMD INC., CANADA
GENOTROPIN
PFIZER CANADA ULC
OMNITROPE
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
NORDITROPIN FLEXPRO
NOVO NORDISK CANADA INC
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
02401703
Strength
5.3MG
Dosage Form
POWDER FOR SOLUTION
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
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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
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
40MG · DIN 02511045
20MG · DIN 02511061
DIN 02544040
5MG · DIN 01947664
10MG · DIN 01947672
20MG · DIN 01947680
40MG · DIN 01947699
DIN 02237367
DIN 02237368
DIN 02237369
50MG · DIN 02401347