PMS HYDROMORPHONE SUPPOSITOIRE 3MG
PHARMASCIENCE 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 PMS HYDROMORPHONE SUPPOSITOIRE 3MG discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PMS HYDROMORPHONE SUPPOSITOIRE 3MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 27, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is PMS HYDROMORPHONE SUPPOSITOIRE 3MG 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
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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
01916394
Strength
3MG
Dosage Form
SUPPOSITORY
Route
RECTAL
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Shortage History
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Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
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DIN 01999648
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DIN 02028174
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