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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
vsCILOXAN
Second product
MAR-CIPROFLOXACIN
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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| CILOXAN | MAR-CIPROFLOXACIN | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA INC | MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC |
| Active ingredient | CIPROFLOXACIN (CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE) | CIPROFLOXACIN (CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE) |
| Strength | 0.3% | 500MG |
| Dosage form | Ointment | Tablet |
| Route | Ophthalmic | Oral |
| Health Canada status | Marketed | Marketed |
| Shortage status | No current shortage | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | None on file | None on file |
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