Active Shortage

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE

OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

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 POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE in Canada?

Yes. POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE 20mEq has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 9, 2026).

Why is POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE not available?

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

When will POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE 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

StatusActive Shortage

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Expected resolution~2 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength20mEq

Last updated2026-09-09

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

2026-11-30

~2 months remaining (estimate)

This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.

DIN

00402206

Strength

20mEq

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-09-09

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Past Reports for This Drug

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE FOR INJECTION CONCENTRATE has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

2023-01-03

Shortage Avoided

Demand increase for the drug.

2022-10-20

Shortage Avoided

Demand increase for the drug.

Other Products from OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

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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