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Active Shortage

TEVA-ALENDRONATE/CHOLECALCIFEROL

TEVA CANADA LIMITED

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 there a shortage of TEVA-ALENDRONATE/CHOLECALCIFEROL in Canada?

Yes. TEVA-ALENDRONATE/CHOLECALCIFEROL 70MG 5600UNIT has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated December 21, 2018).

Why is TEVA-ALENDRONATE/CHOLECALCIFEROL not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Shortage of an active ingredient.

When will TEVA-ALENDRONATE/CHOLECALCIFEROL be available again?

No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength70MG 5600UNIT
Last updated2018-12-21

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

02403641

Strength

70MG 5600UNIT

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ALENDRONIC ACID VITAMIN D3

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-12-21

Reason for Shortage

Shortage of an active ingredient.