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Shortage Avoided

RETIN-A MICRO

VALEANT CANADA LP/VALEANT CANADA S.E.C.

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 there a shortage of RETIN-A MICRO in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for RETIN-A MICRO 0.04% is marked resolved (last updated May 11, 2018).

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength0.04%
Last updated2018-05-11

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

02264633

Strength

0.04%

Dosage Form

GEL

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

TRETINOIN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-05-11

Reason for Shortage

Other (Please describe in comments)