ACT DILTIAZEM CD
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
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 ACT DILTIAZEM CD discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ACT DILTIAZEM CD has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 4, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is ACT DILTIAZEM CD not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
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.
Other Products
TIAZAC XC
BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.
TEVA-DILTIAZEM XC
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
MAR-DILTIAZEM T
MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC
DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
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
02370646
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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.
Shortage History
Other Products from TEVA CANADA LIMITED
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
DIN 02143933
DIN 00834319
3.5MG · DIN 02438399
0.5MG · DIN 02301407
100MG · DIN 02420155
200MG · DIN 02420163
750MG · DIN 02247341
250MG · DIN 02247339
500MG · DIN 02247340
75MG · DIN 02303027
180MG · DIN 02370638
300MG · DIN 02370654