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MARCAINE 5 MG/ML
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 there a shortage of MARCAINE 5 MG/ML in Canada?
Yes. MARCAINE 5 MG/ML 5.0MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated June 12, 2019).
Why is MARCAINE 5 MG/ML not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will MARCAINE 5 MG/ML be available again?
No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.
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
02241919
Strength
5.0MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
BLOCK/INFILTRATION EPIDURAL
Active Ingredient
BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2017-11-23
Reason for Shortage
Other (Please describe in comments)
Past Reports for This Drug
MARCAINE 5 MG/ML has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.