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Permanently Discontinued

DEXTROSE INJECTION USP

PFIZER CANADA ULC

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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 DEXTROSE INJECTION USP in Canada?

Yes. DEXTROSE INJECTION USP 500MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 27, 2026).

Why is DEXTROSE INJECTION USP not available?

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

When will DEXTROSE INJECTION USP be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is February 15, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on file1 product

Affected strength500MG

Report last updated2025-08-19

Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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.

Other Products

DEXTROSE INJECTION USP

ICU MEDICAL CANADA INC

50MG · DIN 00037915

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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What this means

Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?

Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.

What should I do?

Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.

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DIN

02468514

Strength

500MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

DEXTROSE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2025-08-19

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Past Reports for This Drug

DEXTROSE INJECTION USP has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

2026-10-27

Active Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

2026-10-08

Active Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

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