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Permanently Discontinued

RENVELA

SANOFI-AVENTIS 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 RENVELA discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that RENVELA 2.4G has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 3, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file3 products
Affected strength2.4G
Last updated2025-04-03

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

RENVELA

SANOFI-AVENTIS CANADA INC

800MG · DIN 02354586

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

INTELLI-SEVELAMER

INTELLIPHARM INC

800MG · DIN 02484110

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ACCEL-SEVELAMER

ACCEL PHARMA INC

800MG · DIN 02461501

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

02485567

Strength

2.4G

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SUSPENSION

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

SEVELAMER CARBONATE

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Shortage History