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ACT ETIDROCAL
ACTAVIS PHARMA COMPANY
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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 ACT ETIDROCAL discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ACT ETIDROCAL 400MG 500MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 1, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is ACT ETIDROCAL not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
What this means
Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?
Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.
What should I do?
Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.
DIN
02263866
Strength
400MG 500MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ETIDRONATE DISODIUM CALCIUM
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2019-02-21
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
ACT ETIDROCAL has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from ACTAVIS PHARMA COMPANY
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
4MG · DIN 02376520
DIN 02388650
5MG · DIN 02354462
100MG · DIN 02256142
38MG · DIN 02433117
DIN 02357402
DIN 02357410
DIN 02357399
20MG · DIN 02271478
5MG · DIN 02271443
10MG · DIN 02271451
25MG · DIN 02354829