Permanently Discontinued

PMS DOCUSATE-CALCIUM CAP 240MG USP

PHARMASCIENCE INC

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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 DOCUSATE-CALCIUM CAP 240MG USP discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PMS DOCUSATE-CALCIUM CAP 240MG USP has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 27, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is PMS DOCUSATE-CALCIUM CAP 240MG USP 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 file6 products

Affected strength240MG

Last updated2021-10-27

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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DOCUSATE CALCIUM CAP 240MG USP

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240MG · DIN 00722855

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DOXATE-C CAP 240MG USP

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240MG · DIN 00816558

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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DOCUSATE CALCIUM CAP 240MG

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ALBERT DOCUSATE

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240MG · DIN 01912747

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TEVA-DOCUSATE CALCIUM

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

240MG · DIN 00809055

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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

00664553

Strength

240MG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

DOCUSATE CALCIUM

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2021-10-27

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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