NOVOLIN GE NPH PENFILL
NOVO NORDISK CANADA INC
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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 NOVOLIN GE NPH PENFILL discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NOVOLIN GE NPH PENFILL 100UNIT has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 5, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is NOVOLIN GE NPH PENFILL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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.
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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
02024268
Strength
100UNIT
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
Active Ingredient
INSULIN ISOPHANE HUMAN BIOSYNTHETIC
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-06-05
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Other Products from NOVO NORDISK CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
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