Active Shortage

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE

OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

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 POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE in Canada?

Yes. POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE 200mEq has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated August 26, 2026).

Why is POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE not available?

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

When will POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 30, 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~2 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength200mEq

Last updated2026-08-26

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.

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Possible match — not confirmed

DIN

02480034

Strength

200mEq

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE

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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

2026-08-26

Active Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

2026-06-05

Active Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Other Products from OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.

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AMINOPHYLLINE INJ 50MG/ML

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DIN 02251477

BAXEDIN LIQ 20%

20% · DIN 00658413