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Permanently Discontinued

MYLAN-PIOGLITAZONE

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS 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 MYLAN-PIOGLITAZONE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that MYLAN-PIOGLITAZONE 45MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 4, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is MYLAN-PIOGLITAZONE 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 strength45MG
Report last updated2018-07-04
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

MINT-PIOGLITAZONE

MINT PHARMACEUTICALS INC

45MG · DIN 02326493

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

JAMP PIOGLITAZONE

JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION

45MG · DIN 02365537

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

TEVA-PIOGLITAZONE

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

30MG · DIN 02302888

Different strengthSame 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

02298295

Strength

45MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

PIOGLITAZONE

See all PIOGLITAZONE products →

Shortage History