Permanently Discontinued

IODOVET TOPICAL SOLUTION

LABORATOIRE RIVA INC

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 IODOVET TOPICAL SOLUTION discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that IODOVET TOPICAL SOLUTION 10% has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 25, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is IODOVET TOPICAL SOLUTION 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 strength10%

Report last updated2017-03-25

Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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

02245568

Strength

10%

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

POVIDONE-IODINE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2017-03-25

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗