Permanently Discontinued

SANDOZ ANUZINC HC SUPPOSITORIES

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

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 SANDOZ ANUZINC HC SUPPOSITORIES discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SANDOZ ANUZINC HC SUPPOSITORIES 10MG 10MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 3, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is SANDOZ ANUZINC HC SUPPOSITORIES not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength10MG 10MG

Last updated2018-01-03

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

02242798

Strength

10MG 10MG

Dosage Form

SUPPOSITORY

Route

RECTAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE ZINC SULFATE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-01-03

Reason for Shortage

Manufacturing issues

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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