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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
vsAPO-VALACYCLOVIR
Second product
VALTREX
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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| APO-VALACYCLOVIR | VALTREX | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | APOTEX INC | GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC |
| Active ingredient | VALACYCLOVIR | VALACYCLOVIR |
| Strength | 500MG | 500MG |
| Dosage form | TABLET | TABLET |
| Route | ORAL | ORAL |
| Health Canada status | Marketed | Marketed |
| Shortage status | Active Shortage | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | 1 | None on file |
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