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Active Shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION

STERIMAX INC

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 HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION in Canada?

Yes. HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION 2MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 27, 2026).

Why is HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Delay in shipping of the drug.

When will HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 31, 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 · 4 same form & route
Expected resolution~2 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength2MG
Report last updated2026-10-27
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION USP

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

2MG · DIN 02145901

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

PMS-HYDROMORPHONE TAB 2MG

PHARMASCIENCE INC

2MG · DIN 00885436

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HP 50

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

50MG · DIN 02146126

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HP 10

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

10MG · DIN 02145928

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HP 20

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

20MG · DIN 02145936

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DILAUDID

PURDUE PHARMA

1MG · DIN 00705438

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?

This product is usually given in a hospital or clinic, where the pharmacy team manages supply. If you're scheduled to receive it, ask your care team.

Have you checked a pharmacy recently?

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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

02460602

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

HYDROMORPHONE 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.

Active/anticipated Resolved

Shortage History