VPI-BENZTROPINE
VPI PHARMACEUTICALS 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 VPI-BENZTROPINE in Canada?
Yes. VPI-BENZTROPINE 2MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 11, 2023).
Why is VPI-BENZTROPINE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will VPI-BENZTROPINE be available again?
No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as 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
PMS-BENZTROPINE 2MG/TAB
PHARMASCIENCE INC
COGENTIN TAB 2MG
MERCK FROSST CANADA & CIE, MERCK FROSST CANADA & CO.
BENSYLATE TAB 2MG
ICN CANADA LTD.
BENZTROPINE 2 TAB 2MG
PRO DOC LIMITEE
DOM-BENZTROPINE
DOMINION PHARMACAL
COGENTIN INJ 1MG/ML
MERCK FROSST CANADA & CIE, MERCK FROSST CANADA & CO.
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
02486822
Strength
2MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR
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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.