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Permanently Discontinued

APO DIAZEPAM TAB 2MG

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 DIAZEPAM TAB 2MG discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO DIAZEPAM TAB 2MG 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 DIAZEPAM TAB 2MG 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 strength2MG
Last updated2018-09-15

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.

Closest Matches

MEVAL 2

MEDIC LABORATORY LTÉE

2MG · DIN 00276650

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

NOVO-DIPAM TAB 2MG

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2MG · DIN 00272434

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

E PAM TAB 2MG

ICN CANADA LTD.

2MG · DIN 00272647

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DIAZEPAM 2TAB 2MG

PRO DOC LIMITEE

2MG · DIN 00434396

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

VIVOL

AXXESS PHARMA INC.

5MG · DIN 00013765

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

MEVAL 5

MEDIC LABORATORY LTÉE

5MG · DIN 00276642

Different strengthSame 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

00405329

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

DIAZEPAM

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-09-15

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons