DILTIAZEM-CD
PRO DOC LIMITEE
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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 DILTIAZEM-CD discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DILTIAZEM-CD 300MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated August 12, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is DILTIAZEM-CD not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
Diltiazem CD Shortage in Canada: Which Brands Are Affected
Which diltiazem CD capsules (Apo-Diltiaz CD, Jamp, Pro-Diltiazem CD, Sanis) are in shortage in Canada right now, why CD, SR, and XC versions aren't interchangeable, and what your pharmacist can switch you to.
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.
⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.
Other Products
CARDIZEM SR 60MG
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CARDIZEM SR 90MG
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NU-DILTIAZ TAB 60MG
NU-PHARM INC
CARDIZEM SR 120MG
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DILTIAZEM-60 TAB 60MG
PRO DOC LIMITEE
CARDIZEM
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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
02231057
Strength
300MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE (EXTENDED RELEASE) CAPSULE (CONTROLLED-DELIVERY)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2021-08-12
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Other Products from PRO DOC LIMITEE
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
400MG · DIN 02164426
100MG · DIN 02164396
200MG · DIN 02164418
325MG · DIN 00382752
500MG · DIN 00386626
70MG · DIN 02303078
10MG · DIN 02414759
100MG · DIN 00555681
200MG · DIN 02130157
300MG · DIN 00555703
12.5MG · DIN 02424029
DIN 00870943