ANDROGEL
BGP PHARMA ULC
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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.
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
TESTOSTERONE PROPIONATE INJECTION, USP
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TESTOSTERONE ENANTHATE INJ 200MG/ML
TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC
MALOGEN IN OIL LIQ 100MG/ML
GERMIPHENE CORPORATION
MALOGEX LA200 LIQ 200MG/ML
GERMIPHENE CORPORATION
TESTOSTERONE CYPIONATE INJECTION, USP
STERIMAX INC
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.
Other Products from BGP PHARMA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.