Shortage Avoided

BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION, USP

BAXTER CORPORATION

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 INJECTION, USP in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE 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

02488930

Strength

7.5MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

RETROBULBAR EPIDURAL

Active Ingredient

BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2024-08-12

Reason for Shortage

Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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