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Permanently Discontinued

DEXIRON

LUITPOLD PHARMACEUTICALS 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 DEXIRON discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DEXIRON 50MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 23, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is DEXIRON not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Raw material availability.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file2 products
Affected strength50MG
Last updated2019-10-23

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

SULFATE FERREUX 300MG TAB

PRO DOC LIMITEE

60MG · DIN 00542989

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

IRON AMINO ACID CHELATE TAB 15MG

SWISS HERBAL REMEDIES LTD.

15MG · DIN 00362050

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent 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

02205963

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

LIQUID

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

IRON

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Shortage History