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

BALMINIL EXPECTORANT (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 EXPECTORANT (SUCROSE FREE) discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that BALMINIL EXPECTORANT (SUCROSE FREE) 100MG 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 EXPECTORANT (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 file1 product
Affected strength100MG
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.

Other Products

ROBITUSSIN EXTRA STRENGTH MUCUS AND PHLEGM

HALEON CANADA ULC

200MG · DIN 02142783

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

00609951

Strength

100MG

Dosage Form

SYRUP

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

GUAIFENESIN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2025-05-28

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons