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Shortage Avoided

CARBOLITH

BAUSCH HEALTH, 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 CARBOLITH discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that CARBOLITH 300MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 9, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is CARBOLITH not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength300MG
Last updated2023-12-20

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

00236683

Strength

300MG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

LITHIUM CARBONATE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2023-12-20

Reason for Shortage

Other (Please describe in comments)

Past Reports for This Drug

CARBOLITH has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

Other Products from BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.