RIVA-SIMVASTATIN
LABORATOIRE RIVA 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 there a shortage of RIVA-SIMVASTATIN in Canada?
Yes. RIVA-SIMVASTATIN 10MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated November 1, 2018).
Why is RIVA-SIMVASTATIN not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
When will RIVA-SIMVASTATIN be available again?
No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.
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
SIMVASTATIN TABLETS 10MG
PREMPHARM INC
Other Products
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ORGANON CANADA INC.
RATIO-SIMVASTATIN
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NU-SIMVASTATIN TABLETS
NU-PHARM INC
TEVA-SIMVASTATIN
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
PHL-SIMVASTATIN
PHARMEL INC
What this means
Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?
Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.
What should I do?
Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.
DIN
02247298
Strength
10MG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
SIMVASTATIN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2018-11-01
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.