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

NOVOLIN GE 50/50 PENFILL

NOVO NORDISK CANADA 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 NOVOLIN GE 50/50 PENFILL discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NOVOLIN GE 50/50 PENFILL 50UNIT 50UNIT has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 3, 2023). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is NOVOLIN GE 50/50 PENFILL 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 strength50UNIT 50UNIT
Last updated2023-04-03

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

02024322

Strength

50UNIT 50UNIT

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

INSULIN ISOPHANE HUMAN BIOSYNTHETIC INSULIN INJECTION HUMAN BIOSYNTHETIC

Shortage History