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Anticipated Shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION

STERIMAX 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 there a shortage of HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION in Canada?

A shortage of HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION 2MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated October 9, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Delay in shipping of the drug.

When will HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 31, 2026. 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
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products · 4 same form & route
Expected resolution~2 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength2MG
Report last updated2026-10-09
Checked by MedShort2026-10-17

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

HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION USP

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

2MG · DIN 02145901

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

PMS-HYDROMORPHONE TAB 2MG

PHARMASCIENCE INC

2MG · DIN 00885436

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

APO-HYDROMORPHONE

APOTEX INC

2MG · DIN 02364123

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HP 20

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

20MG · DIN 02145936

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HP 50

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

50MG · DIN 02146126

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

HYDROMORPHONE HP 10

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

10MG · DIN 02145928

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is already out of stock?

No — this shortage hasn't started yet. It's an early warning that supply may become tight, based on information from the manufacturer.

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

2026-12-31

~2 months remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02460602

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-10-09

Reason for Shortage

Delay in shipping of the drug.