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CORTENEMA
APTALIS PHARMA CANADA ULC
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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 CORTENEMA discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that CORTENEMA 100MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 3, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is CORTENEMA not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02112736
Strength
100MG
Dosage Form
ENEMA
Route
RECTAL
Active Ingredient
HYDROCORTISONE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2020-07-02
Reason for Shortage
Demand increase for the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
CORTENEMA has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from APTALIS PHARMA CANADA ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.