Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

APO-CANDESARTAN/HCTZ

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-CANDESARTAN/HCTZ discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-CANDESARTAN/HCTZ 12.5MG 32MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated February 26, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-CANDESARTAN/HCTZ 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 strength12.5MG 32MG
Last updated2018-02-26

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

02395126

Strength

12.5MG 32MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-02-26

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons