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Importation of German-labelled Hydromorphon Ethypharm Kalceks (Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Solution for Injection) due to Potential Shortage of Canadian-labelled HYDROmorphone

Issued January 6, 2021
Issue
There is an increased demand for hydromorphone injectable formulations in Canada as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some manufacturers have reported shortages of this product. Given the medical necessity of injectable hydromorphone, Health Canada has added German-labelled Hydromorphon Ethypharm Kalceks to the List of Drugs for Exceptional Importation and Sale .
Hazard description
COVID - Product safety