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Resolved

VITAMIN B12

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 there a shortage of VITAMIN B12 in Canada?

Yes. VITAMIN B12 1000MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 9, 2026).

Why is VITAMIN B12 not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will VITAMIN B12 be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 4, 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

StatusResolved

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength1000MCG

Report last updated2026-10-05

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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.

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DIN

00521515

Strength

1000MCG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

VITAMIN B12

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-10-05

Reason for Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Past Reports for This Drug

VITAMIN B12 has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

2026-11-09

Active Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

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