HYTRIN
BGP PHARMA ULC
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 HYTRIN discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that HYTRIN 5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 28, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is HYTRIN not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient
These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.
Closest Matches
RATIO-TERAZOSIN - TAB 5MG
RATIOPHARM INC DIVISION OF TEVA CANADA LIMITED
RIVA-TERAZOSIN 5 MG TABLETS
LABORATOIRE RIVA INC.
Other Products
HYTRIN
BGP PHARMA ULC
RATIO-TERAZOSIN - TAB 2MG
RATIOPHARM INC DIVISION OF TEVA CANADA LIMITED
RATIO-TERAZOSIN - TAB 1MG
RATIOPHARM INC DIVISION OF TEVA CANADA LIMITED
RATIO-TERAZOSIN - TAB 10MG
RATIOPHARM INC DIVISION OF TEVA CANADA LIMITED
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
00818666
Strength
5MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
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Shortage History
Other Products from BGP PHARMA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.