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

NUCALA

GLAXOSMITHKLINE 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 NUCALA discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that NUCALA 100MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 7, 2023). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is NUCALA 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 file1 product
Affected strength100MG
Last updated2023-12-07

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.

Other Products

NUCALA

GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC

100MG · DIN 02492989

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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

02449781

Strength

100MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

MEPOLIZUMAB

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2023-12-07

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons