Permanently Discontinued

EPIRUBICIN FOR INJECTION

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

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 EPIRUBICIN FOR INJECTION discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that EPIRUBICIN FOR INJECTION 2MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 24, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is EPIRUBICIN FOR INJECTION not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength2MG

Report last updated2020-10-24

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

02324091

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

EPIRUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2020-10-24

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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