Permanently Discontinued

APO-ABACAVIR-LAMIVUDINE-ZIDOVUDINE

APOTEX 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 APO-ABACAVIR-LAMIVUDINE-ZIDOVUDINE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-ABACAVIR-LAMIVUDINE-ZIDOVUDINE 300MG 150MG 300MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 12, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-ABACAVIR-LAMIVUDINE-ZIDOVUDINE not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength300MG 150MG 300MG

Last updated2022-12-12

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

02416255

Strength

300MG 150MG 300MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ZIDOVUDINE LAMIVUDINE ABACAVIR

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2022-12-12

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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