Permanently Discontinued

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 40 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE

ICU MEDICAL CANADA 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 POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 40 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 40 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE 0.3G 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 40 MEQ IN 5% DEXTROSE not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength0.3G 5G

Last updated2022-11-16

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

00606820

Strength

0.3G 5G

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE DEXTROSE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2022-11-16

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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