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Permanently Discontinued

APO-OXAPROZIN

APOTEX 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 APO-OXAPROZIN discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-OXAPROZIN 600MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 5, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-OXAPROZIN not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file2 products
Affected strength600MG
Last updated2017-10-05

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.

Closest Matches

DAYPRO

PFIZER CANADA ULC

600MG · DIN 02027860

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

RHOXAL-OXAPROZIN

RHOXALPHARMA INC

600MG · DIN 02243799

Same 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

02243661

Strength

600MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

OXAPROZIN

See all OXAPROZIN products →

Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage Timeline

Approximate — based on the dates HPSC reports were last updated, not confirmed onset or resolution dates. Gaps between bars are periods with no shortage on file.

Active/anticipated Resolved

Shortage History