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Permanently Discontinued

PMS-KETOPROFEN

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 PMS-KETOPROFEN discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PMS-KETOPROFEN 50MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 16, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is PMS-KETOPROFEN not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Affected strength50MG
Last updated2021-11-16

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

RHODIS CAP 50MG

RHODIAPHARM INC

50MG · DIN 00761664

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

ORUDIS CAP 50MG

AVENTIS PHARMA INC

50MG · DIN 01926403

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

KETOPROFEN-E

AA PHARMA INC

50MG · DIN 00790435

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

KETOPROFEN-E ECT 50MG

PRO DOC LIMITEE

50MG · DIN 02084171

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

NOVO-KETO-EC TAB 50MG

NOVOPHARM LIMITED

50MG · DIN 01981528

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

ORUDIS 100

AVENTIS PHARMA INC

100MG · DIN 01926411

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

02148773

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

SUPPOSITORY

Route

RECTAL

Active Ingredient

KETOPROFEN

See all KETOPROFEN products →

Shortage History