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GEMCITABINE INJECTION
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 GEMCITABINE INJECTION in Canada?
A shortage of GEMCITABINE INJECTION 38MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated August 7, 2026), but it has not started yet.
Why is GEMCITABINE INJECTION not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will GEMCITABINE INJECTION be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is March 31, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
What this means
Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?
It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.
What should I do?
If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.
DIN
02402831
Strength
38MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
GEMCITABINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2024-01-24
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
GEMCITABINE INJECTION has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
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
20MG · DIN 02511061
40MG · DIN 02511045
DIN 02544040
5MG · DIN 01947664
10MG · DIN 01947672
20MG · DIN 01947680
40MG · DIN 01947699
DIN 02237367
DIN 02237368
DIN 02237369
50MG · DIN 02401347