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STIEVA-A CREAM
GLAXOSMITHKLINE 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 STIEVA-A CREAM discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that STIEVA-A CREAM 0.01% has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 20, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is STIEVA-A CREAM not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
00657204
Strength
0.01%
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
TOPICAL
Active Ingredient
TRETINOIN
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2020-06-12
Reason for Shortage
Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
STIEVA-A CREAM has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from GLAXOSMITHKLINE INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
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