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

ACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE & CODEINE

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 ACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE & CODEINE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE & CODEINE 300MG 15MG 8MG 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 ACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE & CODEINE 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 strength300MG 15MG 8MG
Last updated2021-10-27

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

02028174

Strength

300MG 15MG 8MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ACETAMINOPHEN CAFFEINE CODEINE PHOSPHATE

Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage History