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LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION USP 1%
HOSPIRA HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
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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 LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION USP 1% discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION USP 1% 10MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 28, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION USP 1% not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
What this means
Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?
It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.
What should I do?
If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.
DIN
00884154
Strength
10MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
BLOCK/INFILTRATION
Active Ingredient
LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2017-11-24
Reason for Shortage
Other (Please describe in comments)
Past Reports for This Drug
LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION USP 1% has 5 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.