Permanently Discontinued

VITAMIN B12

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

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 VITAMIN B12 discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that VITAMIN B12 100MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 1, 2017). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is VITAMIN B12 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 strength100MCG

Report last updated2017-07-01

Checked by MedShort2026-11-13

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

02241500

Strength

100MCG

Dosage Form

LIQUID

Route

INTRAMUSCULAR SUBCUTANEOUS

Active Ingredient

VITAMIN B12

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2017-07-01

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

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