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Shortage Avoided

OMNIPAQUE 240

GE HEALTHCARE CANADA INC

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 OMNIPAQUE 240 in Canada?

A shortage of OMNIPAQUE 240 518MG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated September 9, 2026), but it has not started yet.

When will OMNIPAQUE 240 be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 11, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

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StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength518MG
Last updated2023-01-25

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

02172739

Strength

518MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVASCULAR SUBARACHNOIDAL

Active Ingredient

IOHEXOL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2023-01-25

Reason for Shortage

Shortage of an inactive ingredient or component.

Other Products from GE HEALTHCARE CANADA INC

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.