DIN 02413450 · ended Jul 7, 2017 · Lots under investigation
Showing 12 of 14 reports. All reports are on file with Health Canada.
What's happening
There are no active shortage reports for Fluorouracil. Health Canada has 14 historical reports on file for this drug, so supply has been disrupted before; the change log below shows the history.
Fluorouracil is classified under “ANTIMETABOLITES” (ATC L01BC).
Recent changes
No changes recorded yet.
Common questions
What is Fluorouracil used for?
A chemotherapy drug used to treat several cancers and, as a cream, certain precancerous skin lesions.
When will Fluorouracil be back in stock in Canada?
Fluorouracil has no active shortage; supply is normal per Health Canada reports.
Why is Fluorouracil in shortage?
It isn't currently. Past reports and their reasons are listed above.
What can my pharmacist do about it?
Often quite a lot: substitute an equivalent product from an unaffected manufacturer, adjust quantities, or in most provinces adapt or renew prescriptions on the spot. Call your pharmacy before visiting, and call 811 for free health advice.
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Data reflects reports manufacturers are legally required to file with Health Canada, republished with per-drug aggregation by rxstat. Estimated end dates are supplied by manufacturers and frequently change. This page describes drug supply only and is not medical advice; never stop or switch a medication without speaking to your pharmacist or prescriber.