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Active Shortage

LOCACORTEN VIOFORM

PALADIN PHARMA 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 there a shortage of LOCACORTEN VIOFORM in Canada?

Yes. LOCACORTEN VIOFORM 0.02% 3% has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated July 22, 2024).

Why is LOCACORTEN VIOFORM not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will LOCACORTEN VIOFORM be available again?

No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength0.02% 3%
Last updated2024-07-22

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

DIN

00074462

Strength

0.02% 3%

Dosage Form

CREAM

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

FLUMETHASONE PIVALATE CLIOQUINOL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2024-07-22

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.