VEPESID
CHEPLAPHARM ARZNEIMITTEL GMBH
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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 VEPESID in Canada?
Yes. VEPESID 50MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 27, 2026).
Why is VEPESID not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will VEPESID be available again?
No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.
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?
Health Canada classes this as a Tier 3 shortage, its highest-impact category. If you rely on this medication, talk to your pharmacist or care team now rather than waiting for your supply to run low.
DIN
00616192
Strength
50MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ETOPOSIDE
Tier
Tier 3 — Critical
Last Updated
2026-10-27
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
VEPESID has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from CHEPLAPHARM ARZNEIMITTEL GMBH
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
50MG · DIN 02221861
32MG · DIN 02311658
4MG · DIN 02239090
16MG · DIN 02239092
8MG · DIN 02239091
DIN 02332922
DIN 02244021
DIN 02332957
500MG · DIN 02162695
50MG · DIN 00029149
500MG · DIN 00465283
5MG · DIN 01911481