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Permanently Discontinued

ANDRODERM

ALLERGAN 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 ANDRODERM discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ANDRODERM 2.5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 14, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ANDRODERM 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 file6 products
Affected strength2.5MG
Last updated2022-03-14

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

TESTOSTERONE PROPIONATE INJ 100MG/ML

TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC

100MG · DIN 00716944

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TESTOSTERONE PROPIONATE INJECTION, USP

STERIMAX INC

100MG · DIN 01977571

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TESTOSTERONE ENANTHATE INJ 200MG/ML

TARO PHARMACEUTICALS INC

200MG · DIN 00716936

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

MALOGEN IN OIL LIQ 100MG/ML

GERMIPHENE CORPORATION

100MG · DIN 02027062

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

MALOGEX LA200 LIQ 200MG/ML

GERMIPHENE CORPORATION

200MG · DIN 02027054

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TESTOSTERONE CYPIONATE INJECTION, USP

STERIMAX INC

100MG · DIN 01977601

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent 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

02239653

Strength

2.5MG

Dosage Form

PATCH

Route

TRANSDERMAL

Active Ingredient

TESTOSTERONE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2022-03-14

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons