FYI: Pepcid shortage – Canada and most likely the US

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  1. Red & Rover (GA)

    Red & Rover (GA) Well-Known Member

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    https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/pepcid-shortage-canada-zantac-recall-1.5426862

    The common heartburn medication Pepcid is in short supply across Canada, and experts say it's a direct result of the recent international recall of Zantac.

    Zantac, or ranitidine, was recalled in the U.S. and Canada in October after a potentially cancer-causing chemical was found at low levels in the drug.

    Now CBC News has learned that Pepcid, also known as famotidine, a possible replacement for Zantac, is facing shortages that could last several months.​

    The article goes on say the shortage will last until March.
     
  2. Diane Tyler's Mom

    Diane Tyler's Mom Well-Known Member

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    Just wanted to say good morning Kel, have a good day
     
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  3. Juls and Billy

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    Thanks for the heads up! Not only do me and my sweetie take Pepcid, our ferret takes it too.
     
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