Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

TELMISARTAN-HCTZ

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 TELMISARTAN-HCTZ discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TELMISARTAN-HCTZ 12.5MG 80MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 17, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength12.5MG 80MG
Last updated2017-10-17

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

02433214

Strength

12.5MG 80MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE TELMISARTAN

Shortage History