Permanently Discontinued

APO-DILTIAZ TZ

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-DILTIAZ TZ discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-DILTIAZ TZ 300MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 13, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-DILTIAZ TZ not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist — only products with a different form or route found

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on file4 products · 0 same form & route

Affected strength300MG

Report last updated2017-03-13

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.

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TIAZAC XC

BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.

300MG · DIN 02256762

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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TEVA-DILTIAZEM XC

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

360MG · DIN 02429357

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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MAR-DILTIAZEM T

MARCAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC

360MG · DIN 02465418

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

5MG · DIN 02244728

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

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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

02291061

Strength

300MG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE (EXTENDED RELEASE)

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2017-03-13

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Other Products from APOTEX INC

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24HR NASAL ALLERGY RELIEF

50MCG · DIN 02460513

ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 325 MG

325MG · DIN 02362341

ACETAMINOPHEN CAPLETS 500 MG

500MG · DIN 02362368

ACETAMINOPHEN HEADACHE ULTRA RELIEF

DIN 02290901

ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 325 MG

325MG · DIN 02362422

ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS USP 500 MG

500MG · DIN 02362244