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Permanently Discontinued

DEHYDRATED ALCOHOL INJECTION USP

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.

Quick answers

Is DEHYDRATED ALCOHOL INJECTION USP discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DEHYDRATED ALCOHOL INJECTION USP 100% has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 18, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is DEHYDRATED ALCOHOL INJECTION USP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength100%
Report last updated2017-10-18
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

What this means

Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?

Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.

What should I do?

Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.

DIN

00394394

Strength

100%

Dosage Form

LIQUID

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

ALCOHOL ANHYDROUS

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Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

View official Health Canada drug record ↗

Shortage History