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Permanently Discontinued

GLUCONORM 0.5MG

NOVO NORDISK 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 GLUCONORM 0.5MG discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that GLUCONORM 0.5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 4, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is GLUCONORM 0.5MG 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 file4 products
Affected strength0.5MG
Report last updated2024-03-04
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

REPAGLINIDE

PRO DOC LIMITEE

1MG · DIN 02415976

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

SANDOZ REPAGLINIDE

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

2MG · DIN 02357488

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

AURO-REPAGLINIDE

AURO PHARMA INC

1MG · DIN 02424266

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

JAMP REPAGLINIDE

JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION

1MG · DIN 02354934

Different strengthSame 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

02239924

Strength

0.5MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

REPAGLINIDE

See all REPAGLINIDE products →

Shortage History