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Permanently Discontinued

ZITHROMAX

PFIZER CANADA ULC

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 ZITHROMAX discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ZITHROMAX 200MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated August 2, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ZITHROMAX not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist — only products with a different form or route found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file6 products · 0 same form & route
Affected strength200MG
Report last updated2025-08-02
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.

Other Products

PMS-AZITHROMYCIN

PHARMASCIENCE INC

250MG · DIN 02261634

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

AZITHROMYCIN

SANIS HEALTH INC

250MG · DIN 02330881

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PRO-AZITHROMYCINE

PRO DOC LIMITEE

250MG · DIN 02310600

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

SANDOZ AZITHROMYCIN

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

250MG · DIN 02265826

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

RIVA-AZITHROMYCIN

LABORATOIRE RIVA INC.

250MG · DIN 02275309

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

APO-AZITHROMYCIN Z

APOTEX INC

250MG · DIN 02415542

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

02223724

Strength

200MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SUSPENSION

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

AZITHROMYCIN

See all AZITHROMYCIN products →

Shortage History