M-ESLON
ETHYPHARM 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 M-ESLON discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that M-ESLON 200MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated August 30, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is M-ESLON 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.
⚠ Extended-release and immediate-release formulations are not interchangeable — confirm the release type with your pharmacist before switching.
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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
02177757
Strength
200MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE (EXTENDED RELEASE)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
MORPHINE SULFATE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2017-08-30
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Other Products from ETHYPHARM INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.