ABSTRAL
PALADIN LABS INC
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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 ABSTRAL discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ABSTRAL 200MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 26, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is ABSTRAL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
SUBLIMAZE INJ 50MCG/ML
JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICA, DIVISION OF JANSSEN-ORTHO INC.
FENTANYL CITRATE INJECTION USP 50MCG/ML
DAVID BULL LABORATORIES (CANADA) INC.
FENTANYL CITRATE INJECTION USP
PFIZER CANADA ULC
DURAGESIC 100
JANSSEN INC
DURAGESIC 75
JANSSEN INC
DURAGESIC 25
JANSSEN INC
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
02364182
Strength
200MCG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
SUBLINGUAL
Active Ingredient
FENTANYL
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2018-07-26
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons