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Permanently Discontinued

APO-ASA LD

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-ASA LD discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-ASA LD 81MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated September 15, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-ASA LD 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 file3 products · 1 same form & route
Affected strength81MG
Report last updated2018-09-15
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

ASA 325MG

VITA HEALTH PRODUCTS INC

325MG · DIN 00530336

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ASPIRIN COATED FOR DELAYED RELEASE REGULAR STRENGTH

BAYER INC

325MG · DIN 02150417

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ASAPHEN

PHARMASCIENCE INC

80MG · DIN 02009013

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame 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

02461471

Strength

81MG

Dosage Form

TABLET (DELAYED-RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-09-15

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons