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Permanently Discontinued

VAXZEVRIA

ASTRAZENECA 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 VAXZEVRIA discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that VAXZEVRIA 50000000000VP has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 12, 2023). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is VAXZEVRIA 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 strength50000000000VP
Last updated2023-12-12

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

COVISHIELD

VERITY PHARMACEUTICALS INC.

50000000000VP · DIN 02512947

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

VAXZEVRIA

ASTRAZENECA CANADA INC

50000000000VP · DIN 02511444

Same strengthSame 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

02510847

Strength

50000000000VP

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

CHADOX1-S [RECOMBINANT]

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Shortage History