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Shortage Avoided

TRUSOPT

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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 TRUSOPT discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TRUSOPT 2% has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 10, 2025). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is TRUSOPT not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength2%
Last updated2025-03-03

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

02216205

Strength

2%

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

OPHTHALMIC

Active Ingredient

DORZOLAMIDE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2025-03-03

Reason for Shortage

Delay in shipping of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

TRUSOPT has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.