SOFRA-TULLE DRESSING 1%
ERFA CANADA 2012 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 SOFRA-TULLE DRESSING 1% discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SOFRA-TULLE DRESSING 1% has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 14, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is SOFRA-TULLE DRESSING 1% not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.
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.
Other Products
SOFRA TULLE STRIP (10 X 30CM)
ROUSSEL CANADA INC.
SOFRA TULLE 10 X 10CM
ROUSSEL CANADA INC.
SOFRAMYCIN EYE DROPS 5MG/ML
ROUSSEL CANADA INC.
SOFRAMYCIN EYE ONT 0.5%
ROUSSEL CANADA INC.
SOFRAMYCIN EYE DROPS 0.5%
HOECHST ROUSSEL CANADA INC.
SOFRAMYCIN STERILE EYE OINTMENT 0.5%
HOECHST ROUSSEL CANADA INC.
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
01988840
Strength
1%
Dosage Form
10/10cm
Route
to apply
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Shortage Timeline
Approximate — based on the dates HPSC reports were last updated, not confirmed onset or resolution dates. Gaps between bars are periods with no shortage on file.