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Active Shortage

ENGERIX-B

GLAXOSMITHKLINE 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 ENGERIX-B in Canada?

Yes. ENGERIX-B 20MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 11, 2026).

Why is ENGERIX-B not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will ENGERIX-B be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 11, 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 file2 products
Expected resolution~27 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength20MCG
Report last updated2026-11-11
Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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

RECOMBIVAX HB

MERCK CANADA INC

40MCG · DIN 02245977

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ENGERIX-B

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

10MCG · DIN 02487020

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.

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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

02487039

Strength

20MCG

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN

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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