Permanently Discontinued

STERILE DILUENT FOR FLOLAN INJECTION

GLAXOSMITHKLINE 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 STERILE DILUENT FOR FLOLAN INJECTION discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that STERILE DILUENT FOR FLOLAN INJECTION 73.5MG 50ML 94MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated November 24, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is STERILE DILUENT FOR FLOLAN INJECTION 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 strength73.5MG 50ML 94MG

Last updated2017-11-24

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

02230857

Strength

73.5MG 50ML 94MG

Dosage Form

LIQUID

Route

INTRAVENOUS

Active Ingredient

SODIUM CHLORIDE WATER GLYCINE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2017-11-24

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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