Active Shortage

VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP

HOSPIRA HEALTHCARE CORPORATION

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 VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP in Canada?

Yes. VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP 5G has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated December 22, 2018).

When will VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP be available again?

No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found

StatusActive Shortage

Same-ingredient products on file6 products

Affected strength5G

Last updated2018-12-22

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.

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STERILE VANCOMYCIN HCL 5.0GM/VIAL

LYPHOMED, DIVISION OF FUJISAWA CANADA INC.

5G · DIN 01990888

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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Other Products

STERILE VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE, USP

PHARMACEUTICAL PARTNERS OF CANADA INC

500MG · DIN 00015423

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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STERILE VANCOMYCIN HCL USP 1.0GM/VIAL

LYPHOMED, DIVISION OF FUJISAWA CANADA INC.

1G · DIN 01990861

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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VANCOCIN CP ADD-VANTAGE INJ 500MG/VIAL

ELI LILLY CANADA INC

500MG · DIN 00803510

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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