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Shortage Avoided

SDZ CELECOXIB

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 SDZ CELECOXIB discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SDZ CELECOXIB 200MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 22, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is SDZ CELECOXIB not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength200MG
Last updated2023-11-17

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

02442647

Strength

200MG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

CELECOXIB

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2023-11-17

Reason for Shortage

Delay in shipping of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

SDZ CELECOXIB has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.