Permanently Discontinued

PMS-CIPROFLOXACIN XL

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-CIPROFLOXACIN XL discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PMS-CIPROFLOXACIN XL 500MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 20, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is PMS-CIPROFLOXACIN XL not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.

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

Affected strength500MG

Report last updated2026-05-20

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

RIVA-CIPROFLOXACIN

LABORATOIRE RIVA INC.

500MG · DIN 02251248

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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CIPROFLOXACIN

SANIS HEALTH INC

500MG · DIN 02353326

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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MAR-CIPROFLOXACIN

MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC

500MG · DIN 02379694

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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MINT-CIPROFLOX

MINT PHARMACEUTICALS INC

500MG · DIN 02423561

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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SANDOZ CIPROFLOXACIN

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

250MG · DIN 02248756

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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JAMP-CIPROFLOXACIN

JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION

250MG · DIN 02380358

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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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

02416433

Strength

500MG

Dosage Form

TABLET (IMMEDIATE AND EXTENDED RELEASE) TABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

CIPROFLOXACIN

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Product Monograph

Official Product Monograph (Health Canada)

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Shortage History

2026-05-20

Permanently Discontinued

Manufacturing issues

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DIN 01999648

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DIN 02025337

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DIN 02028174

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