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Anticipated Shortage

ETOPOSIDE INJECTION

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

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 ETOPOSIDE INJECTION in Canada?

A shortage of ETOPOSIDE INJECTION 20MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated September 25, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is ETOPOSIDE INJECTION not available?

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

When will ETOPOSIDE INJECTION be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is February 28, 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
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~5 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength20MG
Last updated2026-09-25

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

VEPESID INJ 20MG/ML

BRISTOL LABS DIVISION OF BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB

20MG · DIN 00523410

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-ETOPOSIDE

PHARMASCIENCE INC

20MG · DIN 02237871

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ETOPOSIDE - LIQ IV 20MG/ML

BDH INC.

20MG · DIN 02227509

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DOM-ETOPOSIDE

DOMINION PHARMACAL

20MG · DIN 02237872

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ETOPOSIDE INJECTION

FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD

20MG · DIN 02239961

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ETOPOSIDE

PHARMEL INC

20MG · DIN 02237873

Same strengthDifferent 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

2027-02-28

~5 months remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02080036

Strength

20MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION LIQUID

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

ETOPOSIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-09-25

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.