Permanently Discontinued

LEVEMIR FLEXTOUCH

NOVO NORDISK CANADA 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 LEVEMIR FLEXTOUCH discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that LEVEMIR FLEXTOUCH 100UNIT has been permanently discontinued (last updated August 7, 2023). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is LEVEMIR FLEXTOUCH not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength100UNIT

Report last updated2023-08-07

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

02412829

Strength

100UNIT

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

INSULIN DETEMIR

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Product Monograph

Official Product Monograph (Health Canada)

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Shortage History

2023-08-07

Permanently Discontinued

Business reasons

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