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Permanently Discontinued

CODEINE 15

LABORATOIRE RIVA 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 CODEINE 15 discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that CODEINE 15 15MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 2, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is CODEINE 15 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 file5 products
Affected strength15MG
Last updated2021-07-02

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

CODEINE PHOSPHATE TAB 30MG

D.C. LABS LIMITED

30MG · DIN 00093130

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

TEVA-CODEINE

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

30MG · DIN 00593451

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

LINCTUS CODEINE BLANC

LABORATOIRE ATLAS INC

10MG · DIN 00380571

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

STANLEY SYRUP W CODEINE PHOSPHATE

STANLEY PHARMACEUTICALS, A DIVISION OF VITA HEALTH PRODUCTS INC.

5MG · DIN 00470651

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

CODEINE PHOSPHATE INJ 60MG/ML

HOSPIRA HEALTHCARE ULC

60MG · DIN 00497290

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent 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

02009889

Strength

15MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

CODEINE PHOSPHATE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2021-07-02

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons