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Permanently Discontinued

LORAZEPAM

SANIS HEALTH 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 LORAZEPAM discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that LORAZEPAM has been permanently discontinued (last updated February 27, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is LORAZEPAM not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist — only products with a different form or route found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file3 products · 0 same form & route
Report last updated2020-02-27
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.

Other Products

PRO-LORAZEPAM

PRO DOC LIMITEE

1MG · DIN 00655651

Not enough data to compareNot enough data to compareNot enough data to compareNo current shortage

LORAZEPAM INJECTION USP

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

4MG · DIN 02243278

Not enough data to compareNot enough data to compareNot enough data to compareNo current shortage

LORAZEPAM INJECTION, USP

FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD

4MG · DIN 02550962

Not enough data to compareNot enough data to compareNot enough data to compareNo 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

02351072

Active Ingredient

LORAZEPAM

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Shortage History