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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.

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MARCAINE
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Second product
SENSORCAINE

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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MARCAINESENSORCAINE
ManufacturerPFIZER CANADA INCASPEN PHARMACARE CANADA INC.
Active ingredientBUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDEBUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Strength2.5MG2.5MG
Dosage formSOLUTIONSOLUTION
RouteBLOCK/INFILTRATION EPIDURALEPIDURAL BLOCK/INFILTRATION
Health Canada statusCancelled Post MarketMarketed
Shortage statusPermanently DiscontinuedNo current shortage
Recall / safety alertNone on fileNone on file
Same active ingredientSame strengthSame dosage formDifferent route
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