Active Shortage

VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP

MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC

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 1G has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 4, 2026).

Why is VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP not available?

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

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

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is June 30, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

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

StatusActive Shortage

Same-ingredient products on file4 products · 2 same form & route

Expected resolution~7 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength1G

Report last updated2026-11-04

Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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.

Closest Matches

VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION, USP

FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD

1G · DIN 02139383

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE FOR INJECTION USP

STERIMAX INC

1G · DIN 02342863

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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Other Products

VANCOCIN

SEARCHLIGHT PHARMA INC

250MG · DIN 00788716

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

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JAMP VANCOMYCIN

JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION

250MG · DIN 02407752

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

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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?

This product is usually given in a hospital or clinic, where the pharmacy team manages supply. If you're scheduled to receive it, ask your care team.

Estimated Resolution

2027-06-30

~7 months remaining (estimate)

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

Have you checked a pharmacy recently?

No community reports yet — be the first to share what you found.

Community reports are not verified by a pharmacy and may reflect a small sample size. This is not a guarantee of current stock.

DIN

02406543

Strength

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

VANCOMYCIN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-11-04

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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