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Permanently Discontinued

DURATOCIN

FERRING 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 DURATOCIN discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DURATOCIN 100MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 19, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is DURATOCIN 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 file2 products
Affected strength100MCG
Last updated2021-05-19

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

CARBETOCIN INJECTION

JUNO PHARMA CANADA INC.

100MCG · DIN 02489244

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DURATOCIN

FERRING INC

100MCG · DIN 02496526

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

02231593

Strength

100MCG

Dosage Form

LIQUID SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

CARBETOCIN

See all CARBETOCIN products →

Shortage History