RETROVIR (AZT)
VIIV HEALTHCARE ULC
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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 RETROVIR (AZT) discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that RETROVIR (AZT) 100MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated September 1, 2021). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is RETROVIR (AZT) 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
APO-ZIDOVUDINE
APOTEX INC
NOVO-AZT CAP 100MG
NOVOPHARM LIMITED
Other Products
RETROVIR (AZT)
VIIV HEALTHCARE ULC
RETROVIR (AZT) 300MG
GLAXO WELLCOME INC.
ZIDOVUDINE ORAL SOLUTION USP
AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED (UNIT III)
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
01902660
Strength
100MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ZIDOVUDINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2021-09-01
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Other Products from VIIV HEALTHCARE ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.