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RIVASTIGMINE
PRO DOC LIMITEE
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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 RIVASTIGMINE discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that RIVASTIGMINE 6MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 23, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is RIVASTIGMINE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02417022
Strength
6MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
RIVASTIGMINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2025-04-04
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
RIVASTIGMINE has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from PRO DOC LIMITEE
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
400MG · DIN 02164426
100MG · DIN 02164396
200MG · DIN 02164418
325MG · DIN 00382752
500MG · DIN 00386626
70MG · DIN 02303078
10MG · DIN 02414759
100MG · DIN 00555681
200MG · DIN 02130157
300MG · DIN 00555703
12.5MG · DIN 02424029
DIN 00870943