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Resolved

BOOSTRIX

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 BOOSTRIX in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for BOOSTRIX 2.5MCG 20UNIT 8MCG 8MCG 2UNIT is marked resolved (last updated September 17, 2026).

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusResolved
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength2.5MCG 20UNIT 8MCG 8MCG 2UNIT
Last updated2026-09-17

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

02247600

Strength

2.5MCG 20UNIT 8MCG 8MCG 2UNIT

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

PERTACTIN TETANUS TOXOID FILAMENTOUS HAEMAGGLUTININ PERTUSSIS TOXOID DIPHTHERIA TOXOID

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-09-17

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.