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Anticipated Shortage

IDARUBICIN

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 IDARUBICIN in Canada?

A shortage of IDARUBICIN 1MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated October 1, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is IDARUBICIN not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will IDARUBICIN 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
StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~27 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength1MG
Last updated2026-10-01

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

AJ-IDARUBICIN

AGILA JAMP CANADA INC

1MG · DIN 02411679

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

IDAMYCIN PFS

PFIZER CANADA ULC

1MG · DIN 02282496

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

IDARUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION

FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD

1MG · DIN 02337584

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

IDAMYCIN PWS 5MG/VIAL

ADRIA LABORATORIES OF CANADA LTD.

5MG · DIN 01905074

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

IDAMYCIN PWS 10MG/VIAL

ADRIA LABORATORIES OF CANADA LTD.

10MG · DIN 01905066

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

IDAMYCIN POWDER -10MG/VIAL

PFIZER CANADA ULC

10MG · DIN 02068095

Different strengthDifferent 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?

No action is needed yet. It's worth asking your pharmacist at your next refill whether they expect any disruption for this product.

Estimated Resolution

2028-12-31

~27 months remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02410028

Strength

1MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

IDARUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-10-01

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

IDARUBICIN has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.