DIANEAL PD4 CAPD SOLUTION WITH 2.5% DEXTROSE AND 2.5MEQ/L CALCIUM
VANTIVE 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 DIANEAL PD4 CAPD SOLUTION WITH 2.5% DEXTROSE AND 2.5MEQ/L CALCIUM discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DIANEAL PD4 CAPD SOLUTION WITH 2.5% DEXTROSE AND 2.5MEQ/L CALCIUM 538MG 2.5G 5.08MG 18.3MG 448MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 1, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is DIANEAL PD4 CAPD SOLUTION WITH 2.5% DEXTROSE AND 2.5MEQ/L CALCIUM not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
00865109
Strength
538MG 2.5G 5.08MG 18.3MG 448MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
HAEMODIALYSIS (INTRAPERITONEAL) HAEMODIALYSIS DIALYSIS
Active Ingredient
SODIUM CHLORIDE DEXTROSE MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE CALCIUM CHLORIDE SODIUM LACTATE
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Shortage History
Other (Please describe in comments)
Business reasons
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