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Permanently Discontinued

NIASPAN FCT

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 FCT discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NIASPAN FCT 750MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 1, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is NIASPAN FCT 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 strength750MG
Report last updated2017-06-01
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

02309262

Strength

750MG

Dosage Form

TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

NICOTINIC ACID

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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.