Permanently Discontinued

POLYTOPIC

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

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 POLYTOPIC discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that POLYTOPIC 500UNIT 10000UNIT 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 POLYTOPIC not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength500UNIT 10000UNIT

Last updated2020-04-01

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

01942921

Strength

500UNIT 10000UNIT

Dosage Form

OINTMENT

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

BACITRACIN POLYMYXIN B

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Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage History

2020-04-01

Permanently Discontinued

Business reasons

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