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

SANTYL

SMITH & NEPHEW INC

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 SANTYL discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SANTYL 250UNIT has been permanently discontinued (last updated February 23, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is SANTYL 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 strength250UNIT
Last updated2026-02-23

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

02063670

Strength

250UNIT

Dosage Form

OINTMENT

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

COLLAGENASE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-02-23

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Other Products from SMITH & NEPHEW INC

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