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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.
First product
vsSTIEVA-A
Second product
ACCUTANE
This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.
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| STIEVA-A | ACCUTANE | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC | CHEPLAPHARM SCHWEIZ GMBH |
| Active ingredient | TRETINOIN | ISOTRETINOIN |
| Strength | 0.025% | 40MG |
| Dosage form | CREAM | Capsule |
| Route | TOPICAL | Oral |
| Health Canada status | Cancelled Post Market | Marketed |
| Shortage status | Permanently Discontinued | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | None on file | None on file |
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