SALOFALK
ABBVIE CORPORATION
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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 SALOFALK discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SALOFALK 2G has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 1, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is SALOFALK not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Raw material availability.
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.
Other Products
PENTASA ENEMA 2G/100ML
FERRING INC
SALOFALK
ABBVIE CORPORATION
SALOFALK (R) 5-ASA SUPPOSITORIES - 250MG
AXCAN PHARMA INC
MEZERA
AVIR PHARMA INC.
TEVA-5 ASA
TEVA CANADA LIMITED
PENTASA
FERRING INC
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
02112795
Strength
2G
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION
Route
RECTAL
Active Ingredient
MESALAZINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-10-01
Reason for Shortage
Raw material availability
Other Products from ABBVIE CORPORATION
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
150MG · DIN 02316838
35MG · DIN 02246896
35MG · DIN 02370417
0.5% · DIN 01968300
0.4% · DIN 02248722
0.45% · DIN 02369362
0.2% · DIN 02236876
0.15% · DIN 02248151
10MG · DIN 02443910
100UNIT · DIN 01981501
50UNIT · DIN 02531577
200UNIT · DIN 02531585