DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION
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 DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION in Canada?
Yes. DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION 4MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 25, 2026).
Why is DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Delay in shipping of the drug.
When will DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is October 30, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient
These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.
Closest Matches
DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION
FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD
Other Products
DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION USP
HIKMA CANADA LIMITED
DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION
ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC
DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP
OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED
What this means
Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?
Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.
What should I do?
Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.
Estimated Resolution
2026-10-30
~32 days remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02537109
Strength
4MCG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
DEXMEDETOMIDINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-09-25
Reason for Shortage
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Other Products from HIKMA CANADA LIMITED
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
9MG · DIN 02304341
200MG · DIN 02459906
0.4MG · DIN 02432188
0.6MG · DIN 02432196
100MG · DIN 02507668
0.05MG · DIN 02457059
2MG · DIN 02457075
0.2% · DIN 02515377
1G · DIN 02437112
500MG · DIN 02437104
10G · DIN 02437120
2G · DIN 02499096