Drug Shortage Report for OXYTOCIN INJECTION, USP

Last updated on 2026-01-09

Report ID 274709
Drug Identification Number 02139561
Brand name OXYTOCIN INJECTION, USP
Common or Proper name OXYTOCIN INJECTION, USP
Company Name FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD
Market Status MARKETED
Active Ingredient(s) OXYTOCIN
Strength(s) 10UNIT
Dosage form(s) SOLUTION
Route of administration INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR
Packaging size 1mL
ATC code H01BB
ATC description POSTERIOR PITUITARY LOBE HORMONES
Reason for shortage Delay in shipping of the drug.
Anticipated start date
Actual start date 2026-01-07
Estimated end date 2026-01-19
Actual end date 2026-01-08
Shortage status Resolved
Updated date 2026-01-09
Company comments Due to unforeseen circumstances we will encounter a backorder on our Oxytocin Injection, USP 10 USP units/mL, 1 mL Vial, effective January 7, 2026 until January 19, 2026. Once stock is available, allocations will be increased to 150% of historical monthly demand.
Health Canada comments
Tier 3 Status No
Contact Address 165 GALAXY BLVD, SUITE 100
TORONTO, ONTARIO
CANADA M9W 0C8
Company contact information

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