DIN 02309262 · ended May 31, 2017 · This product was discontinued on May 31, 2017. Please note that NIASPAN FCT® (extended-release film coated tablets) 500mg and 1000mg will remain on the market.
One or more Nicotinic Acid products have been permanently discontinued by their manufacturers. If your product is affected, ask your pharmacist about equivalent products still on the market.
Nicotinic Acid is classified under “LIPID MODIFYING AGENTS, PLAIN” (ATC C10AD).
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Common questions
What is Nicotinic Acid used for?
A form of niacin used to help improve cholesterol and other blood lipids.
When will Nicotinic Acid be back in stock in Canada?
Manufacturers have not provided a reliable end date. This page updates automatically as soon as an estimate is filed.
Why is Nicotinic Acid in shortage?
See the reports above; manufacturers must state a reason (most commonly manufacturing disruption or a surge in demand) when filing with Health Canada.
What can my pharmacist do about it?
Often quite a lot: substitute an equivalent product from an unaffected manufacturer, adjust quantities, or in most provinces adapt or renew prescriptions on the spot. Call your pharmacy before visiting, and call 811 for free health advice.
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Data reflects reports manufacturers are legally required to file with Health Canada, republished with per-drug aggregation by rxstat. Estimated end dates are supplied by manufacturers and frequently change. This page describes drug supply only and is not medical advice; never stop or switch a medication without speaking to your pharmacist or prescriber.