Anticipated ShortageTier 3 — Critical

DACARBAZINE FOR INJECTION BP

PFIZER CANADA 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 DACARBAZINE FOR INJECTION BP in Canada?

A shortage of DACARBAZINE FOR INJECTION BP 600MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated October 1, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is DACARBAZINE FOR INJECTION BP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will DACARBAZINE FOR INJECTION BP be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 31, 2028. 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~26 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength600MG

Report last updated2026-10-01

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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?

Health Canada classes this as a Tier 3 shortage, its highest-impact category. If you rely on this medication, ask your pharmacist or care team now, before the shortage starts, what the plan is if supply runs short. This product is usually given in a hospital or clinic, where the pharmacy team manages supply. If you're scheduled to receive it, ask your care team.

Estimated Resolution

2028-12-31

~26 months remaining (estimate)

This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.

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DIN

02241445

Strength

600MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

DACARBAZINE

Tier

Tier 3 — Critical

Last Updated

2026-10-01

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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

40MG · DIN 02511045

20MG · DIN 02511061

DIN 02544040

5MG · DIN 01947664

10MG · DIN 01947672