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Permanently Discontinued

APO-RIZATRIPTAN RPD

APOTEX 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 APO-RIZATRIPTAN RPD discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-RIZATRIPTAN RPD has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 2, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-RIZATRIPTAN RPD 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 file6 products · 0 same form & route
Report last updated2019-04-02
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

MAXALT RPD

ORGANON CANADA INC.

5MG · DIN 02240518

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

MAXALT

ORGANON CANADA INC.

10MG · DIN 02240521

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

PMS-RIZATRIPTAN RDT

PHARMASCIENCE INC

10MG · DIN 02393379

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

SANDOZ RIZATRIPTAN ODT

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

10MG · DIN 02351889

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

APO-RIZATRIPTAN

APOTEX INC

10MG · DIN 02393476

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

RIZATRIPTAN ODT

SIVEM PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

5MG · DIN 02446111

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

02393484

Active Ingredient

RIZATRIPTAN

See all RIZATRIPTAN products →

Shortage History