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Shortage Avoided

ONDANSETRON INJECTION, USP

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 ONDANSETRON INJECTION, USP discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ONDANSETRON INJECTION, USP 2MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 11, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ONDANSETRON INJECTION, USP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength2MG
Last updated2017-05-03

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

02390019

Strength

2MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

ONDANSETRON

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2017-05-03

Reason for Shortage

Delay in shipping of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

ONDANSETRON INJECTION, USP has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.