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Shortage Avoided

OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA

OMEGA LABORATORIES LTD

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 OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA in Canada?

Yes. OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA 100MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated July 22, 2026).

Why is OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA not available?

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

When will OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 30, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength100MCG
Last updated2021-08-03

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

02248640

Strength

100MCG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

OCTREOTIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2021-08-03

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.