TRISPAN
MEDEXUS PHARMACEUTICALS 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 TRISPAN discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TRISPAN 20MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 18, 2024). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is TRISPAN not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Raw material availability.
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
02470632
Strength
20MG
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION
Route
INTRASYNOVIAL PERIARTICULAR INTRA-ARTICULAR
Active Ingredient
TRIAMCINOLONE HEXACETONIDE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2024-03-18
Reason for Shortage
Raw material availability
Other Products from MEDEXUS PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
1MG · DIN 02469332
1.5G · DIN 02504928
7.5MG · DIN 02320029
25MG · DIN 02454874
10MG · DIN 02454831
15MG · DIN 02454858
22.5MG · DIN 02454777
12.5MG · DIN 02454750
17.5MG · DIN 02454769
20MG · DIN 02454866
DIN 02459655
25MG · DIN 02162431