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Anticipated Shortage

ANDROGEL

BGP PHARMA 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 ANDROGEL in Canada?

A shortage of ANDROGEL 12.5MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated September 22, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is ANDROGEL not available?

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

When will ANDROGEL be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 24, 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
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~2 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength12.5MG
Last updated2026-09-22

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

TESTOSTERONE PROPIONATE INJ 100MG/ML

TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC

100MG · DIN 00716944

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TESTOSTERONE PROPIONATE INJECTION, USP

STERIMAX INC

100MG · DIN 01977571

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TESTOSTERONE ENANTHATE INJ 200MG/ML

TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC

200MG · DIN 00716936

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

MALOGEN IN OIL LIQ 100MG/ML

GERMIPHENE CORPORATION

100MG · DIN 02027062

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

MALOGEX LA200 LIQ 200MG/ML

GERMIPHENE CORPORATION

200MG · DIN 02027054

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TESTOSTERONE CYPIONATE INJECTION, USP

STERIMAX INC

100MG · DIN 01977601

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is already out of stock?

No — this shortage hasn't started yet. It's an early warning that supply may become tight, based on information from the manufacturer.

What should I do?

No action is needed yet. It's worth asking your pharmacist at your next refill whether they expect any disruption for this product.

Estimated Resolution

2026-11-24

~2 months remaining (estimate)

This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.

DIN

02249499

Strength

12.5MG

Dosage Form

GEL

Route

TRANSDERMAL

Active Ingredient

TESTOSTERONE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-09-22

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

ANDROGEL has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.