Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

ALTACE HCT

BAUSCH HEALTH, 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 ALTACE HCT discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ALTACE HCT 12.5MG 2.5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 9, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ALTACE HCT not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength12.5MG 2.5MG
Last updated2024-01-09

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

02283131

Strength

12.5MG 2.5MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE RAMIPRIL

Shortage History

Other Products from BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.