IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION
TELIP, LLC, A SUBSIDIARY OF TELIGENT, 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 IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION 20MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 20, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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.
Other Products
CAMPTOSAR
PFIZER CANADA ULC
IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE INJECTION
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE FOR INJECTION
FRESENIUS KABI CANADA LTD
IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION, USP
GENERIC MEDICAL PARTNERS INC
IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION
EUGIA PHARMA INC.
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
02412187
Strength
20MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2022-04-20
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons