DIPROSALIC
MERCK CANADA 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 DIPROSALIC discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that DIPROSALIC 0.5MG 20MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 26, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is DIPROSALIC not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
00578428
Strength
0.5MG 20MG
Dosage Form
LOTION
Route
TOPICAL
Active Ingredient
BETAMETHASONE SALICYLIC ACID
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2020-03-26
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Other Products from MERCK CANADA INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
40MG · DIN 00782327
20MG · DIN 02483548
10MG · DIN 02483513
15MG · DIN 02483521
100MG · DIN 02451816
50MG · DIN 02244265
70MG · DIN 02244266
DIN 02549891
DIN 02482592
200MG · DIN 02387174
0.05% · DIN 00688622
0.05% · DIN 00862975