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

DOVONEX - CRM 50MCG/GM

LEO PHARMA 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 DOVONEX - CRM 50MCG/GM discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DOVONEX - CRM 50MCG/GM has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 3, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is DOVONEX - CRM 50MCG/GM 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 file2 products
Affected strength50MCG
Last updated2017-06-03

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

DOVONEX

LEO PHARMA INC

50MCG · DIN 01976133

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DOVONEX SOLUTION - TOP 50MCG/ML

LEO PHARMA INC

50MCG · DIN 02194341

Same strengthDifferent 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

02150956

Strength

50MCG

Dosage Form

CREAM

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

CALCIPOTRIOL

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Shortage History