Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

TUSSIONEX

SANOFI-AVENTIS CANADA INC

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 TUSSIONEX discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that TUSSIONEX 5MG 10MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated March 24, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is TUSSIONEX not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength5MG 10MG
Last updated2020-03-24

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

01916971

Strength

5MG 10MG

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCODONE PHENYLTOLOXAMINE

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2020-03-24

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons