Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

CANTHACUR-PS

PALADIN LABS INC

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 CANTHACUR-PS discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that CANTHACUR-PS 30% 1% 5% has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 27, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is CANTHACUR-PS 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 strength30% 1% 5%
Last updated2018-01-27

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

00589500

Strength

30% 1% 5%

Dosage Form

LIQUID

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

SALICYLIC ACID CANTHARIDIN PODOPHYLLIN

Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage History