Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

FORADIL DRY POWDER CAPSULES FOR INHALATION

NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS 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 FORADIL DRY POWDER CAPSULES FOR INHALATION discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that FORADIL DRY POWDER CAPSULES FOR INHALATION 12MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 25, 2023). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is FORADIL DRY POWDER CAPSULES FOR INHALATION 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 file1 product
Affected strength12MCG
Last updated2023-01-25

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

OXEZE TURBUHALER

ASTRAZENECA CANADA INC

12MCG · DIN 02237224

Same 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

02230898

Strength

12MCG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE

Route

INHALATION

Active Ingredient

FORMOTEROL FUMARATE

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Shortage History