Permanently Discontinued

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT

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 GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 6, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on file3 products

Affected strength1MG

Last updated2024-03-06

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

GLUCAGON AMPOULE 666 1MG

ELI LILLY AND COMPANY LIMITED

1MG · DIN 00015377

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

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LUPIN-GLUCAGON

LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED

1MG · DIN 02568969

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

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BAQSIMI

AMPHASTAR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.

3MG · DIN 02492415

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

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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

02333627

Strength

1MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION KIT

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

GLUCAGON

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2024-03-06

Reason for Shortage

Manufacturing issues

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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AWIQLI

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AWIQLI

1050UNIT · DIN 02546213

AWIQLI

700UNIT · DIN 02546205

ESPEROCT

1000UNIT · DIN 02490072