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Permanently Discontinued

LEVETIRACETAM

PHARMASCIENCE 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 LEVETIRACETAM discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that LEVETIRACETAM 750MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 15, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is LEVETIRACETAM not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Affected strength750MG
Report last updated2021-11-15
Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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.

Closest Matches

PRO-LEVETIRACETAM - 750

PRO DOC LIMITEE

750MG · DIN 02311399

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

MINT-LEVETIRACETAM

MINT PHARMACEUTICALS INC

750MG · DIN 02442418

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

LEVETIRACETAM

SIVEM PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

500MG · DIN 02442558

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

KEPPRA

UCB CANADA INC

250MG · DIN 02247027

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-LEVETIRACETAM

PHARMASCIENCE INC

500MG · DIN 02296128

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PRO-LEVETIRACETAM - 250

PRO DOC LIMITEE

250MG · DIN 02311372

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

02454688

Strength

750MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

LEVETIRACETAM

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2021-11-15

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons