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Permanently Discontinued

TAXOTERE

SANOFI-AVENTIS 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 TAXOTERE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TAXOTERE 20MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 28, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is TAXOTERE 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 strength20MG
Report last updated2018-05-28
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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.

Closest Matches

DOCETAXEL INJECTION

BIOLYSE PHARMA CORPORATION

20MG · DIN 02458020

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

DOCETAXEL INJECTION USP

PFIZER CANADA ULC

10MG · DIN 02361957

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

02177099

Strength

20MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

DOCETAXEL

See all DOCETAXEL products →

Shortage History