MELPHALAN FOR INJECTION
APOTEX 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 MELPHALAN FOR INJECTION discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that MELPHALAN FOR INJECTION 10ML 50MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 23, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is MELPHALAN FOR INJECTION not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02468921
Strength
10ML 50MG
Dosage Form
POWDER FOR SOLUTION KIT SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
BUFFER SOLUTION MELPHALAN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2022-03-23
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Other Products from APOTEX INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
50MCG · DIN 02460513
325MG · DIN 02362341
500MG · DIN 02362368
DIN 02290901
325MG · DIN 02362422
500MG · DIN 02362244
10MG · DIN 02240414
20MG · DIN 02296098
150MG · DIN 02296160
75MG · DIN 02230507
2MG · DIN 02554194
2MG · DIN 02554178