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VIDEX EC
BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB CANADA
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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 VIDEX EC discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that VIDEX EC 250MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated April 1, 2020). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is VIDEX EC not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02244598
Strength
250MG
Dosage Form
CAPSULE (ENTERIC-COATED)
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
DIDANOSINE
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2017-07-04
Reason for Shortage
Demand increase for the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
VIDEX EC has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB CANADA
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
100MG · DIN 02281066
0.5MG · DIN 02282224
120000000CELLS · DIN 02527138
15MG · DIN 02532573
5MG · DIN 02532557
2.5MG · DIN 02532549
10MG · DIN 02532565
100MG · DIN 00360414
125MG · DIN 02163675
250MG · DIN 02163683
250MG · DIN 02163659
500MG · DIN 02163667