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Active Shortage

ROBITUSSIN AC

GLAXOSMITHKLINE CONSUMER HEALTHCARE ULC

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 ROBITUSSIN AC discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ROBITUSSIN AC 10MG 100MG 7.5MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated September 14, 2023). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ROBITUSSIN AC not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength10MG 100MG 7.5MG
Last updated2023-08-17

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

01934740

Strength

10MG 100MG 7.5MG

Dosage Form

SYRUP

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

CODEINE PHOSPHATE GUAIFENESIN PHENIRAMINE MALEATE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2023-08-17

Reason for Shortage

Other (Please describe in comments)

Past Reports for This Drug

ROBITUSSIN AC has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

Other Products from GLAXOSMITHKLINE CONSUMER HEALTHCARE ULC

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.