ABIRATERONE ACETATE
All strengths: General benefit; same patient cost rules
Shared coverage and patient cost rules
StatusGeneral benefit
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
Other products in the same Health Canada class (L02B, L02BX) — coverage varies; not interchangeable
- Degarelix (Firmagon): general benefit
- Anastrozole (Arimidex): general benefit
- Bicalutamide (Casodex): general benefit, Not a benefit
- Exemestane (Aromasin): general benefit
- Flutamide (Euflex): general benefit, Not a benefit
- Fulvestrant (Faslodex): general benefit
3 more in the class list below
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-01-25 · brand APO-ABIRATERONE FILM COATED TABLETS · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Apotex inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordApo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98140 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02491397)
Source record
DIN 02491397: Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id APX
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02491397
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98140
Interchangeable products
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2024-02-29); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02491397
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305
Manufacturer: Jamp Pharma Corporation; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-02-22 · brand JAMP ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Jamp pharma corporation · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordJamp Abiraterone: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99188 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02502305)
Source record
DIN 02502305: Jamp Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id JPC
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02502305
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99188
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02502305
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980
Manufacturer: Marcan Pharmaceuticals Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-02-03 · brand MAR-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Marcan pharmaceuticals inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMar-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99344 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02503980)
Source record
DIN 02503980: Mar-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id MAR
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02503980
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99344
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-05-01); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02503980
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132
Manufacturer: Natco Pharma (Canada) Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-01-18 · brand NAT-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Natco pharma (canada) inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordNat-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98417 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02494132)
Source record
DIN 02494132: Nat-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id NAT
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02494132
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98417
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02494132
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601
Manufacturer: Pharmascience Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-01-11 · brand PMS-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Pharmascience inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordPMS-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98260 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02492601)
Source record
DIN 02492601: PMS-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id PMS
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02492601
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98260
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02492601
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452
Manufacturer: Pharmaris Canada Inc.; listing date 2025-12-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2025-10-01 · brand PRZ-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Pharmaris canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordPRZ-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=102915 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02540452)
Source record
DIN 02540452: PRZ-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id PRZ
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02540452
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=102915
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02540452
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114
Manufacturer: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-03-26 · brand REDDY-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Dr reddy's laboratories ltd · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordReddy-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96788 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02477114)
Source record
DIN 02477114: Reddy-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id DRR
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02477114
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96788
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2022-11-10); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02477114
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393
Manufacturer: Sandoz Canada Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-01-18 · brand SANDOZ ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Sandoz canada incorporated · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSandoz Abiraterone: Formulary list price $7.6563/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=97660 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02486393)
Source record
DIN 02486393: Sandoz Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id SDZ
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $7.6563; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02486393
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=97660
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · $7.6563
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-05-12); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02486393
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Zytiga · DIN 02371065 · 250mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Savings card: RxHelp ONE lists Zytiga (read 2026-09-10) — brand-name savings card, free; cannot be combined with another card on the same claim.
(rxhelp.ca ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Zytiga · DIN 02371065
Manufacturer: Janssen Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2011-07-28 · brand ZYTIGA · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 250 MG · company Janssen inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $7.6563 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=85626 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02371065)
Source record
DIN 02371065: Zytiga
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000210; group id 141; item number 0237; lccId None; manufacturer id JAN
Source form: Tab; strength: 250mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $35.5230; ministry $7.6563
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02371065
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=85626
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491397 · $7.6563
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02502305 · $7.6563
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503980 · $7.6563
Nat-Abiraterone · DIN 02494132 · $7.6563
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02492601 · $7.6563
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540452 · $7.6563
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02477114 · $7.6563
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02486393 · $7.6563
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02371065
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-01-25 · brand APO-ABIRATERONE FILM COATED TABLETS · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Apotex inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordApo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98141 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02491400)
Source record
DIN 02491400: Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id APX
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02491400
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=98141
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2023-11-16); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02491400
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629
Manufacturer: Jamp Pharma Corporation; listing date 2023-06-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2023-01-30 · brand JAMP ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Jamp pharma corporation · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordJamp Abiraterone: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=101887 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02529629)
Source record
DIN 02529629: Jamp Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id JPC
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02529629
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=101887
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02529629
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999
Manufacturer: Marcan Pharmaceuticals Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-02-03 · brand MAR-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Marcan pharmaceuticals inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMar-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99345 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02503999)
Source record
DIN 02503999: Mar-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id MAR
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02503999
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99345
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02503999
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503
Manufacturer: Pharmascience Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2021-01-11 · brand PMS-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Pharmascience inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordPMS-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99112 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02501503)
Source record
DIN 02501503: PMS-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id PMS
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02501503
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99112
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02501503
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460
Manufacturer: Pharmaris Canada Inc.; listing date 2025-12-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2025-10-01 · brand PRZ-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Pharmaris canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordPRZ-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=102916 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02540460)
Source record
DIN 02540460: PRZ-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id PRZ
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02540460
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=102916
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02540460
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251
Manufacturer: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc.; listing date 2023-06-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2023-04-28 · brand REDDY-ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Dr reddy's laboratories ltd · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordReddy-Abiraterone: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=102226 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02533251)
Source record
DIN 02533251: Reddy-Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id DRR
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02533251
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=102226
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02533251
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644
Manufacturer: Sandoz Canada Inc.; listing date 2022-03-31
Health Canada: Marketed since 2022-03-28 · brand SANDOZ ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Sandoz canada incorporated · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSandoz Abiraterone: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=101082 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02521644)
Source record
DIN 02521644: Sandoz Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id SDZ
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02521644
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=101082
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2026-06-08, estimated to end 2026-11-27, last updated 2026-08-31); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02521644
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · 500mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Savings card: RxHelp ONE lists Zytiga (read 2026-09-10) — brand-name savings card, free; cannot be combined with another card on the same claim.
(rxhelp.ca ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Zytiga · DIN 02457113
Manufacturer: Janssen Inc.; listing date 2021-03-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2016-09-22 · brand ZYTIGA · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Janssen inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=94420 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02457113)
Source record
DIN 02457113: Zytiga
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id JAN
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $71.0460; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02457113
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=94420
Interchangeable products
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · $15.3125
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02457113
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380 · 500mg · tablet
Write on scriptno code needed
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
Brand vs generic price
Lowest DBP recovery rule under medically necessary no-substitution claims:
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Side Effect Reporting Form will not have to be renewed. However, the
pharmacy must maintain a copy of the prescription that contains a direction that
there be no substitution and the required Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form
(completed and signed by the prescriber). The prescriber must write “No
Substitution” or “No Sub” on renewal or subsequent new written prescriptions, and
indicate “No Substitution” on subsequent new oral prescriptions. The dispenser will
be reimbursed the DBP plus a mark-up and the lesser of the posted usual and
customary fee or the ODB dispensing fee minus the applicable ODB co-payment
amount. Where a completed Side Effect Reporting Form is not available at the
pharmacy during an inspection, the difference between the cost of the higher-cost
product and the lowest DBP listed for the interchangeable category will be
recovered.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)
6.2 Medically Necessary "No Substitution" Claims
The Ministry will provide reimbursement of a higher-cost interchangeable product in
medically necessary circumstances where a patient has experienced a significant
adverse reaction with two (2) lower-cost interchangeable drug products, where
available. When a prescriber identifies a patient for which it is medically necessary
that a higher cost interchangeable product be provided, the prescriber must:
• Complete, sign and forward to the pharmacist a copy of the Health Canada
side effect reporting form for each lower-cost interchangeable drug product
trialed (Side Effect Reporting Form[s]); and
• Write “No Substitution” or “No Sub” on a written prescription or indicate “No
Substitution” to the pharmacist in the case of a verbal prescription.
The prescriber should keep a copy of the completed form in the patient’s record for
future use and reference.
In the case of a written prescription, when the pharmacist or dispensing physician
receives a prescription with the written notation “No Substitution” or “No Sub”,
reimbursement will be provided for the higher-cost interchangeable product only if
the prescription is accompanied by a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed.
This form must be completely filled out noting the details of the adverse reaction
and signed by the prescriber.
In the case of a verbal prescription, the prescriber must satisfy the operator of the
pharmacy or dispensing physician that a completed Health Canada Side Effect
Reporting Form for each of the lower-cost interchangeable drug products trialed
has been completed and signed by the prescriber. A written record of this verbal
prescription and the completed Health Canada Side Effect Reporting Form must be
received by the pharmacy prior to claim submission.
Upon receipt, the pharmacist must:
• Fax, submit online or mail the completed and signed form to Health Canada’s
Canada Vigilance Program; and
• Retain his or her copy of the completed and signed Side Effect Reporting
Form.
(ontario.ca, Revision #17; 2026-08-03 ↗)1 brand, same coverage
Abiraterone · DIN 02525380
Manufacturer: Jamp Pharma Corporation; listing date 2022-10-31
Health Canada: Dormant since 2025-07-31 · brand ABIRATERONE · ATC L02BX03 ABIRATERONE · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients ABIRATERONE ACETATE 500 MG · company Jamp pharma corporation · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordAbiraterone: Formulary list price $15.3125/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $15.3125 per source unit.
Source explanation: The formulary price is what ODB pays; the cash price at the counter is set by the pharmacy.
Formulary data: Ontario extract of Aug 26, 2026 · Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=101440 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02525380)
Source record
DIN 02525380: Abiraterone
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 100000258; group id 141; item number 0238; lccId None; manufacturer id JPC
Source form: Tab; strength: 500mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $15.3125; ministry $15.3125
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02525380
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=101440
Interchangeable products
Apo-Abiraterone Film Coated Tablets · DIN 02491400 · $15.3125
Jamp Abiraterone · DIN 02529629 · $15.3125
Mar-Abiraterone · DIN 02503999 · $15.3125
PMS-Abiraterone · DIN 02501503 · $15.3125
PRZ-Abiraterone · DIN 02540460 · $15.3125
Reddy-Abiraterone · DIN 02533251 · $15.3125
Sandoz Abiraterone · DIN 02521644 · $15.3125
Zytiga · DIN 02457113 · $15.3125
Shortage status: no shortage or discontinuation reported (checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02525380
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Dormant since 2025-07-31 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.