DIN 02003767 · ended Feb 28, 2022 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
XYLOCAINE OINTMENT 5%
5% · OINTMENT · ASPEN PHARMACARE CANADA INC.
DIN 00001961 · ended Sep 16, 2021 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
XYLOCAINE OINTMENT 5%
5% · OINTMENT · ASPEN PHARMACARE CANADA INC.
DIN 00001961 · ended Sep 4, 2020 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
XYLOCAINE ENDOTRACHEAL
100MG · SOLUTION · ASPEN PHARMACARE CANADA INC.
DIN 02003767 · ended Jan 5, 2018 · Delay in releasing the goods.
What's happening
There are no active shortage reports for Lidocaine. Health Canada has 11 historical reports on file for this drug, so supply has been disrupted before; the change log below shows the history.
Lidocaine is classified under “THROAT PREPARATIONS” (ATC R02AD).
Recent changes
No changes recorded yet.
Common questions
What is Lidocaine used for?
A local anesthetic used to numb tissue and treat certain heart rhythm problems.
When will Lidocaine be back in stock in Canada?
Lidocaine has no active shortage; supply is normal per Health Canada reports.
Why is Lidocaine 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.