ONCOTICE
MERCK 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 ONCOTICE in Canada?
Yes. ONCOTICE 800000000UNIT has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated February 18, 2022).
When will ONCOTICE be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 31, 2027. 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
BCG VACCINE (FREEZE-DRIED)
SANOFI VACCINES CANADA LTD.
PACIS
ID BIOMEDICAL CORPORATION OF QUEBEC
BCG THERAPEUTIC
CONNAUGHT LABORATORIES LTD.
What this means
Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?
Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.
What should I do?
Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.
Estimated Resolution
2027-12-31
~15 months remaining (estimate)
This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.
DIN
02153513
Strength
800000000UNIT
Dosage Form
POWDER FOR SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVESICAL
Active Ingredient
BACILLUS CALMETTE-GUERIN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2022-02-18
Reason for Shortage
Other (Please describe in comments)
Other Products from MERCK CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 00782327
20MG · DIN 02483548
10MG · DIN 02483513
15MG · DIN 02483521
100MG · DIN 02451816
50MG · DIN 02244265
70MG · DIN 02244266
DIN 02549891
DIN 02482592
200MG · DIN 02387174
0.05% · DIN 00688622
0.05% · DIN 00862975