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Permanently Discontinued

FIASP

NOVO NORDISK CANADA INC

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 FIASP discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that FIASP 100UNIT has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 8, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is FIASP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Guide

Insulin Shortage in Canada: Current Status and What to Do

Whether insulin is in shortage in Canada right now, why insulin shortages get flagged faster than most, and what to do if your specific brand or formulation is affected.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file3 products
Affected strength100UNIT
Last updated2025-12-08

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

NOVORAPID

NOVO NORDISK CANADA INC

100UNIT · DIN 02244353

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

KIRSTY

BIOCON BIOLOGICS CANADA INC

100UNIT · DIN 02520982

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

FIASP

NOVO NORDISK CANADA INC

100UNIT · DIN 02460408

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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.

DIN

02460424

Strength

100UNIT

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

INSULIN ASPART

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2025-12-08

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons