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Permanently Discontinued

STIEPROX SHAMPOO

GLAXOSMITHKLINE 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 STIEPROX SHAMPOO discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that STIEPROX SHAMPOO 1.5% has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 23, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is STIEPROX SHAMPOO 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 file5 products
Affected strength1.5%
Last updated2024-01-23

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

LOPROX CREAM 1%

HOECHST ROUSSEL CANADA INC.

10MG · DIN 01987569

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

LOPROX CRM 1%

HOECHST CANADA INC.

10MG · DIN 00593362

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

LOPROX LOTION 1.0%

HOECHST ROUSSEL CANADA INC.

1% · DIN 01989626

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

LOPROX LOTION 1%

HOECHST CANADA INC.

10MG · DIN 00836281

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

LOPROX

BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.

1% · DIN 02221802

Different strengthDifferent 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

02247228

Strength

1.5%

Dosage Form

SHAMPOO

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

CICLOPIROX OLAMINE

See all CICLOPIROX OLAMINE products →

Shortage History