HYPURIN NPH INSULIN ISOPHANE PORK
WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED
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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 HYPURIN NPH INSULIN ISOPHANE PORK discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that HYPURIN NPH INSULIN ISOPHANE PORK 100UNIT has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 12, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is HYPURIN NPH INSULIN ISOPHANE PORK not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.
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
02275864
Strength
100UNIT
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS INTRAMUSCULAR
Active Ingredient
INSULIN ISOPHANE INJECTION PORK
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-05-12
Reason for Shortage
Manufacturing issues
Other Products from WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.