Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

MERSYNDOL WITH CODEINE

SANOFI-AVENTIS CANADA 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 MERSYNDOL WITH CODEINE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that MERSYNDOL WITH CODEINE 325MG 5MG 8MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 1, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength325MG 5MG 8MG
Report last updated2026-11-01
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

02047667

Strength

325MG 5MG 8MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ACETAMINOPHEN DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE CODEINE PHOSPHATE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-11-01

Reason for Shortage

Other (Please describe in comments)