ASATAB EC 650MG
ODAN LABORATORIES LTD
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 ASATAB EC 650MG discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ASATAB EC 650MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 5, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is ASATAB EC 650MG not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
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
ASA 325MG
VITA HEALTH PRODUCTS INC
ASPIRIN COATED FOR DELAYED RELEASE REGULAR STRENGTH
BAYER INC
ASAPHEN
PHARMASCIENCE INC
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
02352435
Strength
650MG
Dosage Form
TABLET (DELAYED-RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
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Product Monograph
Product monograph is not available from Health Canada
Shortage Timeline
Approximate — based on the dates HPSC reports were last updated, not confirmed onset or resolution dates. Gaps between bars are periods with no shortage on file.