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Permanently Discontinued

PROCTOSEDYL

APTALIS PHARMA CANADA ULC

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 PROCTOSEDYL discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PROCTOSEDYL 1% 1% 0.5% 0.5% has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 9, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is PROCTOSEDYL 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 strength1% 1% 0.5% 0.5%
Last updated2024-07-09

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

02223252

Strength

1% 1% 0.5% 0.5%

Dosage Form

OINTMENT

Route

RECTAL

Active Ingredient

ESCULIN FRAMYCETIN SULFATE DIBUCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE HYDROCORTISONE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2024-07-09

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Other Products from APTALIS PHARMA CANADA ULC

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.