DIN 02303108 · ended Oct 18, 2023 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Showing 12 of 51 reports. All reports are on file with Health Canada.
What's happening
There are no active shortage reports for Heparin. Health Canada has 51 historical reports on file for this drug, so supply has been disrupted before; the change log below shows the history.
Heparin is classified under “ANTITHROMBOTIC AGENTS” (ATC B01AB).
Recent changes
Aug 10, 2026
Shortage resolved
Aug 6, 2026
Status changed
Common questions
What is Heparin used for?
An anticoagulant used to prevent and treat blood clots.
When will Heparin be back in stock in Canada?
Heparin has no active shortage; supply is normal per Health Canada reports.
Why is Heparin 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.