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Sandoz reports supply shortage of sufentanil injection through early November

Sandoz Canada reports its sufentanil citrate injection 50 mcg (DIN 02244147), for epidural or intravenous use, is in an actual shortage that began Oct 13, 2026 and is expected to run until Nov 6, 2026, driven by increased demand.

Sufentanil is used in anaesthesia and pain care — hospitals should confirm supply and alternatives while the shortage runs.

Shortage expected to end: Nov 6, 2026 All deadlines

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Accel Pharma reports upcoming two-week shortage of ondansetron 8 mg tablets

Accel Pharma reports its ondansetron orally-disintegrating tablet 8 mg (ACCEL-ONDANSETRON ODT, DIN 02535327) faces an anticipated shortage from Nov 1 to Nov 15, 2026, caused by a shortage of an active ingredient.

Ondansetron is a widely used anti-nausea drug — pharmacies should check stock and alternatives before the anticipated shortage starts Nov 1.

Official source: Health Product Shortages Canada (opens in a new tab)

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Accel Pharma reports upcoming two-week shortage of ondansetron 4 mg tablets

Accel Pharma reports its ondansetron orally-disintegrating tablet 4 mg (ACCEL-ONDANSETRON ODT, DIN 02535319) faces an anticipated shortage from Nov 1 to Nov 15, 2026, caused by a shortage of an active ingredient.

Ondansetron is a widely used anti-nausea drug — pharmacies should check stock and alternatives before the anticipated shortage starts Nov 1.

Official source: Health Product Shortages Canada (opens in a new tab)

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Sandoz rabeprazole 20 mg supply disruption expected until early December

Sandoz Canada reports its rabeprazole sodium 20 mg enteric-coated tablet (DIN 02314185) faces an anticipated shortage from Oct 26 to Dec 4, 2026, after a disruption in the manufacture of the drug.

Rabeprazole is a commonly prescribed stomach-acid drug — prescribers and pharmacies should plan alternatives while the shortage is expected.

Official source: Health Product Shortages Canada (opens in a new tab)

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Sandoz dexamethasone injection supply faces temporary shortage through mid-November

Sandoz Canada reports its dexamethasone sodium phosphate injection 10 mg/mL (DIN 00874582), for intravenous, intramuscular or intrasynovial use, faces an anticipated shortage from Oct 26 to Nov 13, 2026, driven by increased demand.

Dexamethasone injection is a staple steroid in hospitals and clinics — care teams should check stock before the anticipated shortage bites.

Official source: Health Product Shortages Canada (opens in a new tab)