VIRACEPT
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 VIRACEPT discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that VIRACEPT 625MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 29, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is VIRACEPT not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02248761
Strength
625MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
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Shortage History
Business reasons
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Other Products from PFIZER CANADA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 02511053
40MG · DIN 02511045
20MG · DIN 02511061
DIN 02544040
5MG · DIN 01947664
10MG · DIN 01947672
20MG · DIN 01947680
40MG · DIN 01947699
DIN 02237367
DIN 02237368
DIN 02237369
50MG · DIN 02401347