SINEMET CR 100/25
MERCK 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 SINEMET CR 100/25 discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SINEMET CR 100/25 25MG 100MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 1, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
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
02028786
Strength
25MG 100MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
CARBIDOPA LEVODOPA
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Shortage History
Other (Please describe in comments)
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Delay in shipping of the drug.
Other Products from MERCK CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 00782327
20MG · DIN 02483548
10MG · DIN 02483513
15MG · DIN 02483521
100MG · DIN 02451816
50MG · DIN 02244265
70MG · DIN 02244266
DIN 02549891
DIN 02482592
200MG · DIN 02387174
0.05% · DIN 00688622
0.05% · DIN 00862975