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Permanently Discontinued

KEYTRUDA

MERCK 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 KEYTRUDA discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that KEYTRUDA 50MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 6, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is KEYTRUDA not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file2 products
Affected strength50MG
Last updated2019-12-06

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

KEYTRUDA

MERCK CANADA INC

25MG · DIN 02456869

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

KEYTRUDA SC

MERCK CANADA INC

165MG · DIN 02565382

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent 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

02441152

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

Pembrolizumab

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Shortage History