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Permanently Discontinued

ODAN-METHADONE

ODAN LABORATORIES LTD

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 ODAN-METHADONE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ODAN-METHADONE 10MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 23, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ODAN-METHADONE 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 file3 products
Affected strength10MG
Last updated2020-10-23

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.

Closest Matches

METHADOSE

MALLINCKRODT CANADA ULC

10MG · DIN 02394596

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

METADOL-D

PALADIN PHARMA INC.

5MG · DIN 02247695

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-METHADONE

ENDO OPERATIONS LTD.

5MG · DIN 02388391

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

02495872

Strength

10MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

METHADONE HYDROCHLORIDE

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Shortage History