POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE AND 0.45% SODIUM CHLORIDE
ICU MEDICAL CANADA 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 POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE AND 0.45% SODIUM CHLORIDE discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE AND 0.45% SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.149G 0.45G 5G has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 16, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE AND 0.45% SODIUM CHLORIDE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
00466670
Strength
0.149G 0.45G 5G
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE SODIUM CHLORIDE DEXTROSE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2022-11-16
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
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