ABSTRAL
PALADIN LABS 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 ABSTRAL discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ABSTRAL 600MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 26, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is ABSTRAL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
FENTANYL CITRATE INJECTION USP
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
TEVA-FENTANYL
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
SANDOZ FENTANYL PATCH
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
FENTORA
PHOENIX LABS UNLIMITED COMPANY
FENTANYL INJECTION BP
STERIMAX INC
FENTANYL CITRATE INJECTION, USP
FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD
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
02364212
Strength
600MCG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
SUBLINGUAL
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