Permanently Discontinued

PMS-DICLOFENAC K

PHARMASCIENCE 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 PMS-DICLOFENAC K discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PMS-DICLOFENAC K 50MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 23, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is PMS-DICLOFENAC K 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 · 1 same form & route

Affected strength50MG

Report last updated2021-04-23

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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.

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RIVA-DICLOFENAC

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JAMP DICLOFENAC FOR SOLUTION

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TARO-DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM POWDER FOR ORAL SOLUTION

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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

02239753

Strength

50MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2021-04-23

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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