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Update: As of July 2025, the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) has replaced Prevnar 13 and Pneumovax 23 with Prevnar 20 as the publicly funded vaccine. Prevnar 20 has the same indications with broader disease coverage in older adults and the young.
Classification: Cholinergic agonist
Indication: Induction of miosis
The issue: Odan previously issued a voluntary, type 3 recall for one lot of lidocaine 12 mg/dose endotracheal spray. This recall was due to a potential for the dispenser to leak. Type 3 recalls are defined by Health Canada as unlikely to cause adverse health effects.
The issue: HydrOXYzine 10 mg and 25 mg oral capsules are on backorder in Canada.
Resolution: The shortage of proparacaine 0.5% eye drops has now resolved and NH pharmacy is able to access sufficient supply.
The issue: Calcium chloride 100 mg/mL X 10 mL vials are on backorder and supply within Northern Health may deplete prior to backorder resolution.
Potential alternatives: