Permanently Discontinued

APO-ALENDRONATE

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-ALENDRONATE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-ALENDRONATE 5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 21, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-ALENDRONATE 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 strength5MG

Last updated2019-12-21

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.

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TEVA-ALENDRONATE

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SANDOZ ALENDRONATE

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5MG · DIN 02288079

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VAN-ALENDRONATE

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5MG · DIN 02428717

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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RIVA ALENDRONATE

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40MG · DIN 02270870

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ACT ALENDRONATE

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40MG · DIN 02258102

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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

02248727

Strength

5MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ALENDRONIC ACID

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2019-12-21

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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