Permanently Discontinued

MYOCHRYSINE

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 MYOCHRYSINE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that MYOCHRYSINE 50MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 10, 2019). 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 strength50MG

Report last updated2019-06-10

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

01927604

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

GOLD SODIUM THIOMALATE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2019-06-10

Reason for Shortage

Other (Please describe in comments)

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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