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Permanently Discontinued

APO-SALVENT TABLETS - 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-SALVENT TABLETS - 2MG discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-SALVENT TABLETS - 2MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 28, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-SALVENT TABLETS - 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 updated2018-12-28

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

NOVO-SALMOL TAB 2MG

NOVOPHARM LIMITED

2MG · DIN 00620955

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

NU-SALBUTAMOL - TAB 2MG

NU-PHARM INC

2MG · DIN 02165368

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

NOVO-SALMOL TAB 4MG

NOVOPHARM LIMITED

4MG · DIN 00620963

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

VENTOLIN TAB 4MG

GLAXO CANADA INC

4MG · DIN 01932691

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

NOVO-SALMOL INHALER 100MCG/AEM

NOVOPHARM LIMITED

100MCG · DIN 00874086

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

NU-SALBUTAMOL - TAB 4MG

NU-PHARM INC

4MG · DIN 02165376

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

02146843

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

SALBUTAMOL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-12-28

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons