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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
vsHUMATROPE
Second product
SAIZEN
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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| HUMATROPE | SAIZEN | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ELI LILLY CANADA INC | EMD SERONO, A DIVISION OF EMD INC., CANADA |
| Active ingredient | SOMATROPIN | SOMATROPIN |
| Strength | 1MG | 5MG |
| Dosage form | POWDER FOR SOLUTION | Powder For Solution |
| Route | INTRAMUSCULAR SUBCUTANEOUS | Intramuscular Subcutaneous |
| Health Canada status | Cancelled Post Market | Marketed |
| Shortage status | Permanently Discontinued | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | None on file | None on file |
Same active ingredientDifferent strengthSame dosage formSame route