TRAVATAN Z
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA 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 TRAVATAN Z discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TRAVATAN Z 0.004% has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 27, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is TRAVATAN Z not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Manufacturing issues.
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
02318008
Strength
0.004%
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
OPHTHALMIC
Active Ingredient
TRAVOPROST
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-10-27
Reason for Shortage
Manufacturing issues
Past Reports for This Drug
TRAVATAN Z has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA 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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2.5MG · DIN 02369257
5MG · DIN 02339501
7.5MG · DIN 02450267
2MG · DIN 02425645
3MG · DIN 02425653
5MG · DIN 02425661
140MG · DIN 02487306
70MG · DIN 02479613
0.1% · DIN 00893560
100MG · DIN 02381559
1000MG · DIN 02381567