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OMNIPAQUE 240
GE HEALTHCARE 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 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.
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.
Other Products
OMNIPAQUE 240 LIQ IV SAR 518MG/ML
SANOFI CANADA, INC.
OMNIPAQUE 180 LIQ SAR 388MG/ML
SANOFI CANADA, INC.
OMNIPAQUE 300
GE HEALTHCARE CANADA INC
OMNIPAQUE 350
GE HEALTHCARE CANADA INC
OMNIPAQUE 300 LIQ IV SAR 647MG/ML
SANOFI CANADA, INC.
OMNIPAQUE 350 LIQ IV 755MG/ML
SANOFI CANADA, INC.
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
02172739
Strength
518MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVASCULAR SUBARACHNOIDAL
Active Ingredient
IOHEXOL
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2023-03-18
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
OMNIPAQUE 240 has 6 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
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Shortage of an inactive ingredient or component.
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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.