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Permanently Discontinued

AVELOX I.V.

BAYER 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 AVELOX I.V. discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that AVELOX I.V. 400MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 14, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is AVELOX I.V. 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 strength400MG
Last updated2020-07-14

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

TORRENT-MOXIFLOXACIN

TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED

400MG · DIN 02445174

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

DOM-MOXIFLOXACIN

DOMINION PHARMACAL

400MG · DIN 02307154

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

IPG-MOXIFLOXACIN

MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC

400MG · DIN 02446197

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

PRIVA-MOXIFLOXACIN

PHARMAPAR INC

400MG · DIN 02447371

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

MYLAN-MOXIFLOXACIN

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

400MG · DIN 02406136

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

MAR-MOXIFLOXACIN

MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC

400MG · DIN 02447053

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent 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

02246414

Strength

400MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

MOXIFLOXACIN

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Shortage History