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Shortage Avoided

GEMCITABINE INJECTION

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 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.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength38MG
Last updated2024-01-24

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.