Permanently Discontinued

ACID CONCENTRATE 2163

BAXTER CORPORATION

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 ACID CONCENTRATE 2163 discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ACID CONCENTRATE 2163 90G 10.8G 2.14G 6.24G 10.06G 275G has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 22, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ACID CONCENTRATE 2163 not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength90G 10.8G 2.14G 6.24G 10.06G 275G

Last updated2017-12-22

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

02209780

Strength

90G 10.8G 2.14G 6.24G 10.06G 275G

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

DIALYSIS

Active Ingredient

DEXTROSE ACETIC ACID MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE CALCIUM CHLORIDE POTASSIUM CHLORIDE SODIUM CHLORIDE

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Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage History

2017-12-22

Permanently Discontinued

Business reasons

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