Permanently Discontinued

CHAMPIX

PFIZER CANADA ULC

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 CHAMPIX discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that CHAMPIX 1MG 0.5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 3, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is CHAMPIX 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 strength1MG 0.5MG

Last updated2024-05-03

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

02298309

Strength

1MG 0.5MG

Dosage Form

TABLET KIT

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

VARENICLINE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2024-05-03

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Other Products from PFIZER CANADA ULC

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

20MG · DIN 02511061

40MG · DIN 02511045

40MG · DIN 02511053

DIN 02544040

5MG · DIN 01947664

10MG · DIN 01947672