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Version v15-EN Version v2-FR
Language English French
Date Updated 2025-02-18 2024-11-22
Drug Identification Number 02147440 02147440
Brand name ACTIVASE RT-PA ACTIVASE RT-PA
Common or Proper name ALTEPLASE ALTEPLASE
Company Name HOFFMANN-LA ROCHE LIMITED HOFFMANN-LA ROCHE LIMITED
Ingredients WATER ALTEPLASE WATER ALTEPLASE
Strength(s) 100ML 100MG 100ML 100MG
Dosage form(s) POWDER FOR SOLUTION LIQUID POWDER FOR SOLUTION LIQUID
Route of administration INTRAVENOUS INTRAVENOUS INTRAVENOUS INTRAVENOUS
Packaging size 1x 100MG VIAL 1x 100MG VIAL
ATC code B01AD B01AD
ATC description ANTITHROMBOTIC AGENTS ANTITHROMBOTIC AGENTS
Reason for shortage Disruption of the manufacture of the drug. Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Anticipated start date 2025-02-17 2024-12-20
Actual start date
Estimated end date 2025-07-14 2025-01-31
Actual end date
Shortage status Actual shortage Anticipated shortage
Tier 3 Status No No
Company comments We regret to inform you that Roche Canada is experiencing supply constraints for Activase 100 mg. As a result, we will be out of stock for Activase 100 mg starting mid-February, with resupply expected around mid-year in July. Please note that this shortage does not impact the supply of Activase 50 mg, which will continue to be available. If you require urgent assistance regarding supply please contact Order and Distribution Management: mississauga.order_mgmt@roche.com or through the CPDN portal. We are operating at 70% supply allocation until further notice. This will ensure equitable access for patients and mitigate any potential supply constraints for hospitals. If you require urgent assistance regarding Activase 100 supply please contact Order and Distribution Management: mississauga.order_mgmt@roche.com or through the CPDN portal.
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