Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

SAIZEN 10IU - KIT

EMD SERONO A DIVISION OF EMD INC CANADA

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 SAIZEN 10IU - KIT discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SAIZEN 10IU - KIT 5ML 3.3MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated February 22, 2019). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is SAIZEN 10IU - KIT not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength5ML 3.3MG
Last updated2019-02-22

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

02215136

Strength

5ML 3.3MG

Dosage Form

POWDER FOR SOLUTION

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

SODIUM CHLORIDE SOMATROPIN

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2019-02-22

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons