Diltiazem Injection

19 January 2007

Products Affected - Description

Cardizem Lyo-Ject, Biovail

Reason for the Shortage

Biovail discontinued Cardizem Lyo-Ject for business reasons.

Estimated Resupply Dates

Cardizem Lyo-Ject has been discontinued. Diltiazem injection is available from Hospira, Apotex, Baxter and Bedford.

Alternative Agents & Management

Cardizem Lyo-Ject did not require refrigeration. The diltiazem injection products from Hospira, Apotex, Baxter and Bedford may be stored at room temperature for up to one month but then must be discarded.

Related Shortages

• Nicardipine
• Nicardipine Injection— Resolved
• Nimodipine Capsules— Resolved

Updated

January 19, 2007; University of Utah Drug Information Service

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