RIVA-SIMVASTATIN
LABORATOIRE RIVA 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 RIVA-SIMVASTATIN discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that RIVA-SIMVASTATIN 5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 1, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is RIVA-SIMVASTATIN not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
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
ZOCOR
ORGANON CANADA INC.
RATIO-SIMVASTATIN
RATIOPHARM INC DIVISION OF TEVA CANADA LIMITED
NU-SIMVASTATIN TABLETS
NU-PHARM INC
TEVA-SIMVASTATIN
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
PHL-SIMVASTATIN
PHARMEL INC
PMS-SIMVASTATIN
PHARMASCIENCE 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
02247297
Strength
5MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
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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.