TARO-AMCINONIDE
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 TARO-AMCINONIDE discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TARO-AMCINONIDE 0.1% has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 19, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is TARO-AMCINONIDE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
TARO-AMCINONIDE
TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC
CYCLOCORT LOT 0.1%
LEDERLE CYANAMID CANADA INC.
CYCLOCORT CRM 0.1%
LEDERLE CYANAMID CANADA INC.
CYCLOCORT ONT 0.1%
LEDERLE CYANAMID CANADA INC.
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
02246714
Strength
0.1%
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
TOPICAL
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Shortage History
Business reasons
Manufacturing issues
Other Products from TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
2% · DIN 02247560
DIN 02315033
DIN 02230251
DIN 02304457
0.05% · DIN 00716618
0.1% · DIN 00716626
0.1% · DIN 00716634
0.05% · DIN 00716642
0.1% · DIN 00716650
1% · DIN 00812382
2% · DIN 00812374
1% · DIN 00812366