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

BLES

BLES BIOCHEMICALS 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 BLES discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that BLES 500MCG 27MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 4, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is BLES not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength500MCG 27MG
Last updated2022-01-04

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

02245464

Strength

500MCG 27MG

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

INTRATRACHEAL

Active Ingredient

SURFACTANT-ASSOCIATED PROTEINS SP-B AND SP-C PHOSPHOLIPID

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2022-01-04

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons