DIMETANE EXPECTORANT DC
PFIZER CONSUMER HEALTHCARE A DIVISION OF PFIZER CANADA ULC
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 DIMETANE EXPECTORANT DC discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DIMETANE EXPECTORANT DC 2MG 5MG 1.8MG 100MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 9, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is DIMETANE EXPECTORANT DC not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
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
02244080
Strength
2MG 5MG 1.8MG 100MG
Dosage Form
SYRUP
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE GUAIFENESIN
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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.