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

HYDROVAL OINTMENT 0.2%

TAROPHARMA, A DIVISION OF TARO PHARMACEUTICALS 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 HYDROVAL OINTMENT 0.2% discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that HYDROVAL OINTMENT 0.2% has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 30, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is HYDROVAL OINTMENT 0.2% not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength0.2%
Report last updated2019-04-30
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

02242985

Strength

0.2%

Dosage Form

OINTMENT

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCORTISONE VALERATE

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Shortage History