Shortage Avoided

BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN DEXTROSE INJECTION USP

STERIMAX 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 BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN DEXTROSE INJECTION USP in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN DEXTROSE INJECTION USP 7.5MG is marked resolved (last updated August 12, 2024).

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusShortage Avoided

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength7.5MG

Last updated2024-08-12

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

02460645

Strength

7.5MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRASPINAL

Active Ingredient

BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2024-08-12

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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