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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?Check with your pharmacist — only products with a different form or route found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file6 products · 0 same form & route
Affected strength2MG
Report last updated2018-12-28
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

PMS-SALBUTAMOL

PHARMASCIENCE INC

2MG · DIN 02208237

Same strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TEVA-SALBUTAMOL STERINEBS P.F.

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

1MG · DIN 01926934

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

VENTOLIN RESPIRATOR SOLUTION

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

5MG · DIN 02213486

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

VENTOLIN I.V. INFUSION SOLUTION 5.0MG SALBUTAMOL IN 5ML (1000MCG/ML)

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

1MG · DIN 02213451

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

VENTOLIN HFA

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

100MCG · DIN 02241497

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

TEVA-SALBUTAMOL HFA

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

100MCG · DIN 02326450

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent 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