BICILLIN L-A
PFIZER CANADA 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 BICILLIN L-A in Canada?
Yes. BICILLIN L-A 1200000UNIT has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated May 26, 2026).
Why is BICILLIN L-A not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will BICILLIN L-A be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is February 26, 2027. 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.
Closest Matches
BICILLIN L-A INJECTION SUS 1200000IU/2ML
WYETH-AYERST CANADA INC.
Other Products
MEGACILLIN 500 SUS
MERCK FROSST CANADA & CIE, MERCK FROSST CANADA & CO.
MEGACILLIN 250 PEDI SUS
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.
Estimated Resolution
2027-02-26
~5 months remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02291924
Strength
1200000UNIT
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION
Route
INTRAMUSCULAR
Active Ingredient
PENICILLIN G BENZATHINE
Tier
Tier 3 — Critical
Last Updated
2026-05-26
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Other Products from PFIZER CANADA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 02511053
20MG · DIN 02511061
40MG · DIN 02511045
DIN 02544040
5MG · DIN 01947664
10MG · DIN 01947672
20MG · DIN 01947680
40MG · DIN 01947699
DIN 02237367
DIN 02237368
DIN 02237369
50MG · DIN 02401347