STATEX SUPPOSITORIES 30MG
PALADIN LABS 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 STATEX SUPPOSITORIES 30MG discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that STATEX SUPPOSITORIES 30MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 11, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is STATEX SUPPOSITORIES 30MG 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
M-ESLON
ETHYPHARM INC
MORPHINE SULFATE INJ 10MG/ML USP
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
MORPHINE SULFATE INJ 15MG/ML USP
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
MORPHINE HP 50
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
MORPHINE HP 25 - 25MG/ML
SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED
STATEX
KNIGHT THERAPEUTICS 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
00639389
Strength
30MG
Dosage Form
SUPPOSITORY
Route
RECTAL
Active Ingredient
MORPHINE SULFATE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2022-01-11
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons
Past Reports for This Drug
STATEX SUPPOSITORIES 30MG has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.