PREMARIN VAGINAL CREAM
PFIZER 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 PREMARIN VAGINAL CREAM discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PREMARIN VAGINAL CREAM 0.625MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 1, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is PREMARIN VAGINAL CREAM not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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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
02043440
Strength
0.625MG
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
VAGINAL
Active Ingredient
CONJUGATED ESTROGENS
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2018-10-01
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
PREMARIN VAGINAL CREAM has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.