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Active Shortage

TETRACYCLINE

AA PHARMA 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 TETRACYCLINE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TETRACYCLINE 250MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated January 27, 2022). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is TETRACYCLINE not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file3 products
Affected strength250MG
Last updated2019-06-05

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.

Closest Matches

NOVO-TETRA 250MG

NOVOPHARM LIMITED

250MG · DIN 00021059

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

TETRACYCLINE CAP 250MG

PRO DOC LIMITEE

250MG · DIN 00156744

Same strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

Other Products

APO TETRA TABS 250MG

APOTEX INC

250MG · DIN 00603252

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

DIN

00580929

Strength

250MG

Dosage Form

CAPSULE

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2019-06-05

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.