Permanently Discontinued

NORDITROPIN FLEXPRO

NOVO NORDISK 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 NORDITROPIN FLEXPRO discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NORDITROPIN FLEXPRO 5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 24, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is NORDITROPIN FLEXPRO not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on file5 products

Affected strength5MG

Last updated2025-07-24

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.

Closest Matches

OMNITROPE

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SAIZEN

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5MG · DIN 02237971

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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NORDITROPIN NORDIFLEX

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NORDITROPIN SIMPLEXX

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15MG · DIN 02334968

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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

02529181

Strength

5MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

SOMATROPIN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2025-07-24

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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