HELIXATE FS
BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
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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 HELIXATE FS discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that HELIXATE FS 250UNIT has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 3, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is HELIXATE FS 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
02243186
Strength
250UNIT
Dosage Form
POWDER FOR SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
ANTIHEMOPHILIC FACTOR
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2018-05-03
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Other Products from BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.