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Permanently Discontinued

BYDUREON

ASTRAZENECA CANADA 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 BYDUREON discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that BYDUREON 2MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 1, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is BYDUREON 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 strength2MG
Last updated2022-04-01

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

BYDUREON BCISE

ASTRAZENECA CANADA INC

2MG · DIN 02483203

Same strengthDifferent 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

02448610

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

KIT POWDER FOR SUSPENSION, EXTENDED-RELEASE

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

EXENATIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2022-04-01

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons