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VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
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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 VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP 5G has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 22, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02394642
Strength
5G
Dosage Form
POWDER FOR SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
VANCOMYCIN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-06-16
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
200MG · DIN 02243098
5MG · DIN 02269198
500MCG · DIN 02248181
250MG · DIN 02242971
50MG · DIN 02242325
DIN 02495929
DIN 02495910
DIN 02495937
250MG · DIN 02246533
1MG · DIN 02548968
10MG · DIN 02513420
10MG · DIN 02236759