PROVERA 2.5MG TABLETS
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 PROVERA 2.5MG TABLETS discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that PROVERA 2.5MG TABLETS has been permanently discontinued (last updated May 2, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is PROVERA 2.5MG TABLETS not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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.
Closest Matches
MEPROGEST
PFIZER CANADA ULC
PENTA-MEDROXYPROGESTERONE TABLETS
PENTAPHARM LTD.
Other Products
PROVERA 100MG TABLETS
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PROVERA PAK 5MG TABLETS
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PROVERA PAK 10MG TABLETS
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RATIO-MPA
RATIOPHARM INC DIVISION OF TEVA CANADA LIMITED
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
00708917
Strength
2.5MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2019-05-02
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
PROVERA 2.5MG TABLETS has 4 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.