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Anticipated Shortage

CREON MINIMICROSPHERES 35

BGP PHARMA ULC

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 CREON MINIMICROSPHERES 35 in Canada?

A shortage of CREON MINIMICROSPHERES 35 35000UNIT 2240UNIT 35700UNIT is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated October 6, 2026), but it has not started yet.

When will CREON MINIMICROSPHERES 35 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.

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StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Expected resolution~2 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength35000UNIT 2240UNIT 35700UNIT
Last updated2026-10-06

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

02494639

Strength

35000UNIT 2240UNIT 35700UNIT

Dosage Form

CAPSULE (DELAYED-RELEASE) CAPSULE

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

LIPASE PROTEASE AMYLASE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-10-06

Reason for Shortage

Other (Please describe in comments)

Past Reports for This Drug

CREON MINIMICROSPHERES 35 has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.