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

MYLAN-LOVASTATIN

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

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 MYLAN-LOVASTATIN discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that MYLAN-LOVASTATIN 40MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 17, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is MYLAN-LOVASTATIN not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength40MG
Report last updated2017-07-17
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

02243129

Strength

40MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

LOVASTATIN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2017-07-17

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons