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Permanently Discontinued

40(MEQ)MMOL/L POTASSIUM CHLORIDE IN/ET 0.9% CHLORURE DE SODIUM/SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP

HOSPIRA HEALTHCARE CORPORATION

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 40(MEQ)MMOL/L POTASSIUM CHLORIDE IN/ET 0.9% CHLORURE DE SODIUM/SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that 40(MEQ)MMOL/L POTASSIUM CHLORIDE IN/ET 0.9% CHLORURE DE SODIUM/SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP 0.3G 0.9G has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 29, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is 40(MEQ)MMOL/L POTASSIUM CHLORIDE IN/ET 0.9% CHLORURE DE SODIUM/SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength0.3G 0.9G
Last updated2018-11-29

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

02299119

Strength

0.3G 0.9G

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE SODIUM CHLORIDE

Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage History