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

HYCODAN SYRUP

BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB CANADA

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 HYCODAN SYRUP discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that HYCODAN SYRUP 1MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 15, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is HYCODAN SYRUP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file2 products
Affected strength1MG
Last updated2017-07-15

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

ROBIDONE SYR 1MG/ML

AYERST LABORATORIES

1MG · DIN 01923366

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ROBIDONE 1MG/ML SYR

WYETH-AYERST CANADA INC.

1MG · DIN 02041677

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

01916580

Strength

1MG

Dosage Form

SYRUP

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE

See all HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE products →

Shortage History