SAIZEN 8.8MG (5.83MG/ML)
EMD SERONO A DIVISION OF EMD INC CANADA
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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 SAIZEN 8.8MG (5.83MG/ML) discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SAIZEN 8.8MG (5.83MG/ML) has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 4, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is SAIZEN 8.8MG (5.83MG/ML) 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.
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OMNITROPE
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
NORDITROPIN SIMPLEXX
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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
02272083
Strength
8.8MG
Dosage Form
POWDER FOR SOLUTION
Route
SUBCUTANEOUS
Active Ingredient
SOMATROPIN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2017-10-04
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons