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Anticipated Shortage

DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION USP

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 DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION USP in Canada?

A shortage of DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION USP 150MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated August 31, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION USP not available?

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

When will DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION USP be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is September 30, 2026. 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
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~2 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength150MG
Last updated2026-08-31

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

ADRIAMYCIN RDF INJ 150MG/VIAL

ADRIA LABORATORIES OF CANADA LTD.

150MG · DIN 00768766

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DOXORUBICIN HCL FOR INJ. U.S.P. 150MG/VIAL

DAVID BULL LABORATORIES (PTY) LTD.

150MG · DIN 02093081

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

ADRIAMYCIN RDF INJ 50MG/VIAL

CARLO ERBA FARMITALIA SPA

50MG · DIN 00353078

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ADRIAMYCIN RDF INJ 10MG/VIAL

CARLO ERBA FARMITALIA SPA

10MG · DIN 00357391

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ADRIAMYCIN PFS

PFIZER CANADA ULC

2MG · DIN 02071002

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ADRIAMYCIN RDF

PFIZER CANADA ULC

50MG · DIN 02069555

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

2026-09-30

~2 days remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02194473

Strength

150MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVESICAL INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-08-31

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.