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Permanently Discontinued

DIVALPROEX-250

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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 DIVALPROEX-250 discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DIVALPROEX-250 250MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 8, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is DIVALPROEX-250 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 file6 products
Affected strength250MG
Last updated2017-05-08

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

MYLAN-VALPROIC

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

250MG · DIN 02184648

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

NOVO-VALPROIC

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

250MG · DIN 02100630

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

RATIO-VALPROIC

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

250MG · DIN 02217414

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

RATIO-VALPROIC-CAP 250MG

RATIOPHARM INC DIVISION OF TEVA CANADA LIMITED

250MG · DIN 02140047

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

VALPROIC ACID ORAL SOLUTION

APOTEX INC

250MG · DIN 02238069

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

VALPROIC ACID

APOTEX INC

250MG · DIN 02237830

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

02240342

Strength

250MG

Dosage Form

TABLET (ENTERIC-COATED)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

VALPROIC ACID

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Shortage History