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Shortage Avoided

XERESE

BAUSCH HEALTH, 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 there a shortage of XERESE in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for XERESE 1% 5% is marked resolved (last updated April 11, 2023).

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusShortage Avoided
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength1% 5%
Last updated2023-04-11

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

02404044

Strength

1% 5%

Dosage Form

CREAM

Route

TOPICAL

Active Ingredient

HYDROCORTISONE ACYCLOVIR

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2023-04-11

Reason for Shortage

Shortage of an inactive ingredient or component.

Other Products from BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC.

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