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Permanently Discontinued

PMS-AMPHETAMINES XR

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-AMPHETAMINES XR discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PMS-AMPHETAMINES XR 25MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 27, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is PMS-AMPHETAMINES XR not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

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Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file3 products
Affected strength25MG
Last updated2021-10-27

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.

⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.

Other Products

ADDERALL XR

Extended-Release

TAKEDA CANADA INC

20MG · DIN 02248811

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-AMPHETAMINES XR

Extended-Release

PHARMASCIENCE INC

5MG · DIN 02440369

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

TARO-AMPHETAMINE XR

Extended-Release

SUN PHARMA CANADA INC

10MG · DIN 02513897

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo 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

02440407

Strength

25MG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE (EXTENDED RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

MIXED SALTS AMPHETAMINE

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Shortage History