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DANTROLENE SODIUM FOR INJECTION, USP

HIKMA CANADA LIMITED

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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 DANTROLENE SODIUM FOR INJECTION, USP in Canada?

A shortage of DANTROLENE SODIUM FOR INJECTION, USP 20MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated August 27, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is DANTROLENE SODIUM FOR INJECTION, USP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will DANTROLENE SODIUM FOR INJECTION, USP be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 18, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusResolved

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength20MG

Last updated2026-07-27

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

02529998

Strength

20MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

DANTROLENE SODIUM

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-07-27

Reason for Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Past Reports for This Drug

DANTROLENE SODIUM FOR INJECTION, USP has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

2026-08-27

Anticipated Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

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