DENTICARE CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ORAL RINSE 0.12%
AMD MEDICOM INC
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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 DENTICARE CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ORAL RINSE 0.12% discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DENTICARE CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ORAL RINSE 0.12% has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 9, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is DENTICARE CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ORAL RINSE 0.12% not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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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
02240526
Strength
0.12%
Dosage Form
MOUTHWASH
Route
BUCCAL
Active Ingredient
CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2024-04-09
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
DENTICARE CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ORAL RINSE 0.12% has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from AMD MEDICOM INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.