Active Shortage

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?

Yes. GEMCITABINE INJECTION 38MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 2, 2026).

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 December 31, 2028. 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

StatusActive Shortage

Same-ingredient products on file1 product

Expected resolution~26 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength38MG

Report last updated2026-11-02

Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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

GEMCITABINE INJECTION

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

40MG · DIN 02412292

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

This product is usually given in a hospital or clinic, where the pharmacy team manages supply. If you're scheduled to receive it, ask your care team.

Estimated Resolution

2028-12-31

~26 months remaining (estimate)

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

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DIN

02402831

Strength

38MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

GEMCITABINE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-11-02

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Past Reports for This Drug

GEMCITABINE INJECTION has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

2026-10-01

Anticipated Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

2024-01-24

Shortage Avoided

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

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

40MG · DIN 02511045

20MG · DIN 02511061

DIN 02544040

5MG · DIN 01947664

10MG · DIN 01947672