PMS-DILTIAZEM CD
PHARMASCIENCE 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 PMS-DILTIAZEM CD discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PMS-DILTIAZEM CD 240MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 16, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is PMS-DILTIAZEM CD not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
Diltiazem CD Shortage in Canada: Which Brands Are Affected
Which diltiazem CD capsules (Apo-Diltiaz CD, Jamp, Pro-Diltiazem CD, Sanis) are in shortage in Canada right now, why CD, SR, and XC versions aren't interchangeable, and what your pharmacist can switch you to.
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.
⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.
Other Products
ALTI-DILTIAZEM TAB 60MG
ALTIMED PHARMA INC.
NU-DILTIAZ TAB 60MG
NU-PHARM INC
CARDIZEM SR 90MG
Extended-ReleaseBIOVAIL PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA DIVISION OF BIOVAIL CORPORATION
CARDIZEM SR 60MG
Extended-ReleaseBIOVAIL PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA DIVISION OF BIOVAIL CORPORATION
DILTIAZEM-60 TAB 60MG
PRO DOC LIMITEE
CARDIZEM SR 120MG
Extended-ReleaseBIOVAIL PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA DIVISION OF BIOVAIL CORPORATION
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
02355779
Strength
240MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE (CONTROLLED-DELIVERY)
Route
ORAL
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Shortage History
Other Products from PHARMASCIENCE INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
DIN 02303299
DIN 01999648
DIN 01999656
DIN 02028174
DIN 02025337
650MG · DIN 02527901
81MG · DIN 02433044
81MG · DIN 02244993
81MG · DIN 02394790
80MG · DIN 02009013
80MG · DIN 02238545
40MG · DIN 02399393