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Active Shortage

VISKAZIDE

XEDITON PHARMACEUTICALS 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 there a shortage of VISKAZIDE in Canada?

Yes. VISKAZIDE 50MG 10MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated October 27, 2025).

Why is VISKAZIDE not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will VISKAZIDE be available again?

No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength50MG 10MG
Last updated2025-10-27

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

DIN

00568635

Strength

50MG 10MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE PINDOLOL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2025-10-27

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Other Products from XEDITON PHARMACEUTICALS INC

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.