SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP
PFIZER CANADA INC
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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 SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP 146MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated September 7, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP 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.
Other Products
SODIUM CHLORIDE INHALATION SOLUTION U.S.P. (0.90% NACL)
MEDEX, INC.
SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP
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MURO 128 OPH SOLN 2%
BAUSCH & LOMB CANADA INC.
NATRUM MUR GLOBULE 1DH-30CH
BOIRON LABORATOIRES
SODIUM CHLORIDE TAB 1GM
INGRAM AND BELL 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
00262005
Strength
146MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Active Ingredient
SODIUM CHLORIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2018-09-07
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.