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Permanently Discontinued

ENGERIX-B

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 ENGERIX-B discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ENGERIX-B 10MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 30, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ENGERIX-B 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 file3 products
Affected strength10MCG
Last updated2020-04-30

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.

Closest Matches

PREHEVBRIO

VBI VACCINES INC.

10MCG · DIN 02533286

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

RECOMBIVAX HB (WITH PRESERVATIVE)

MERCK CANADA INC

10MCG · DIN 00749486

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

RECOMBIVAX HB (ADULT DIALYSIS WITH PRESERVATIVE)

MERCK CANADA INC

40MCG · DIN 01934023

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

02296454

Strength

10MCG

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN

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Shortage History