Importation Of Us-labelled Ketamine Hydrochloride For Injection Due To Potential Shortage Of Canadian-labelled Ketamine

Recall Summary Health Canada has authorized the importation of US-labelled ketamine hydrochloride for injection into Canada due to a shortage of the Canadian-labelled version of this drug. This anesthetic and pain medication is being made available under a temporary importation measure to ensure continued supply across Canada.

Reason

Product safety

Category

drug recall

Country

Canada

Agency

HC-DRUGS

Recall date

2020-05-06

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DRUGS

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/b4738691-9ed1-4bf8-a7e7-a3c2f2b6dca7