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

BALMINIL DM (3MG/ML SUCROSE FREE)

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

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 BALMINIL DM (3MG/ML SUCROSE FREE) discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that BALMINIL DM (3MG/ML SUCROSE FREE) 15MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 28, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is BALMINIL DM (3MG/ML SUCROSE FREE) 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 file3 products
Affected strength15MG
Report last updated2025-05-28
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.

Closest Matches

KOFFEX DM

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

15MG · DIN 01928783

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

BRONCHOPHAN FORTE DM SYR

LABORATOIRE ATLAS INC

15MG · DIN 00522791

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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BENYLIN EXTRA STRENGTH DRY COUGH

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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

01928775

Strength

15MG

Dosage Form

SYRUP

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2025-05-28

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons