TOPIDERM HC 2%
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 TOPIDERM HC 2% discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TOPIDERM HC 2% has been permanently discontinued (last updated June 17, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is TOPIDERM HC 2% 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
RECTOCORT ONT
WELCKER-LYSTER LTD., DIVISION OF TECHNILAB INC.
CORTICREME 0.1%
ROUGIER PHARMA DIVISION OF RATIOPHARM INC
CORTICREME 0.5%
ROUGIER PHARMA DIVISION OF RATIOPHARM INC
CORTICREME 1%
ROUGIER PHARMA DIVISION OF RATIOPHARM INC
CORTACET CRM 0.5%
WHITEHALL-ROBINS 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
00749834
Strength
2%
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
TOPICAL
Active Ingredient
HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2020-06-17
Reason for Shortage
Business reasons