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Shortage Avoided

DILANTIN-125 SUSPENSION

BGP PHARMA 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 DILANTIN-125 SUSPENSION discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DILANTIN-125 SUSPENSION 125MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 19, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is DILANTIN-125 SUSPENSION 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 strength125MG
Last updated2024-05-30

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

00023450

Strength

125MG

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

PHENYTOIN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2024-05-30

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

DILANTIN-125 SUSPENSION has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.