NIASPAN
SUNOVION PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA 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 NIASPAN discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NIASPAN 500MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 3, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is NIASPAN 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
NIACIN TAB 500MG
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TRI B3 SRC 300MG
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NIACIN TAB 50MG
PRO DOC LIMITEE
NIACIN CAP 250MG
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NIACIN SRC 400MG
ANABOLIC LABORATORIES INC.
NIACIN 100MG TAB
GAHLER ENTERPRISES LTD.
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
02262347
Strength
500MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
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Shortage History
Other Products from SUNOVION PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.