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Permanently Discontinued

CYCLOCORT

GLAXOSMITHKLINE 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 CYCLOCORT discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that CYCLOCORT 0.1% has been permanently discontinued (last updated September 19, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is CYCLOCORT 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 file4 products
Affected strength0.1%
Last updated2017-09-19

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

TARO-AMCINONIDE

TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC

0.1% · DIN 02257416

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

CYCLOCORT LOT 0.1%

LEDERLE CYANAMID CANADA INC.

.1% · DIN 00571016

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

CYCLOCORT CRM 0.1%

LEDERLE CYANAMID CANADA INC.

.1% · DIN 00443824

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

CYCLOCORT ONT 0.1%

LEDERLE CYANAMID CANADA INC.

.1% · DIN 00559237

Different 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

02192276

Strength

0.1%

Dosage Form

LOTION

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

AMCINONIDE

See all AMCINONIDE products →

Shortage History