LOSARTAN POTASSIUM & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
All products: general benefit
Other products in the same Health Canada class (C09DA) — coverage varies; not interchangeable
- Candesartan cilexetil + hydrochlorothiazide (Atacand Plus): general benefit
- Hydrochlorothiazide + irbesartan (Avalide): general benefit, Not a benefit
- Hydrochlorothiazide + olmesartan medoxomil (Olmetec Plus): general benefit
- Hydrochlorothiazide + telmisartan (Micardis Plus): general benefit
- Hydrochlorothiazide + valsartan (Diovan-HCT): general benefit
- Eprosartan + hydrochlorothiazide (Teveten Plus): general benefit
1 more in the class list below
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642
Manufacturer: Auro Pharma Inc.; listing date 2014-07-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2014-04-29 · brand AURO-LOSARTAN HCT · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG · company Auro pharma inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordAuro-Losartan HCT: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=90835 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02423642)
Source record
DIN 02423642: Auro-Losartan HCT
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id AUR
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02423642
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=90835
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-02-25); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02423642
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047
Manufacturer: Organon Canada Inc.; listing date 2000-11-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2022-03-03 · brand HYZAAR · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Organon canada inc. · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $0.3147 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=48580 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02230047)
Source record
DIN 02230047: Hyzaar
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id OCI
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $1.9924; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02230047
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=48580
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2023-09-01); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02230047
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960
Manufacturer: Sivem Pharmaceuticals ULC; listing date 2020-09-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2025-10-07 · brand LOSARTAN HCT · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Sivem pharmaceuticals ulc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLosartan HCT: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=87449 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02388960)
Source record
DIN 02388960: Losartan HCT
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id SIV
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02388960
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87449
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2021-10-13, last updated 2021-10-15) — report may be stale, confirm; reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02388960
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648
Manufacturer: Sanis Health Inc.; listing date 2021-01-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2014-07-25 · brand LOSARTAN/HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Sanis health inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLosartan/HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=91215 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02427648)
Source record
DIN 02427648: Losartan/HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id SAI
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02427648
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=91215
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-09-11); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02427648
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657
Manufacturer: Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc.; listing date 2012-09-28
Health Canada: Marketed since 2024-06-14 · brand MINT-LOSARTAN/HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG · company Mint pharmaceuticals inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMint-Losartan/HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=87515 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02389657)
Source record
DIN 02389657: Mint-Losartan/HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id MIN
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02389657
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87515
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2024-06-14); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02389657
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224
Manufacturer: Pharmascience Inc.; listing date 2012-10-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2012-09-04 · brand PMS-LOSARTAN-HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Pharmascience inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordPMS-Losartan-HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=87750 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02392224)
Source record
DIN 02392224: PMS-Losartan-HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id PMS
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02392224
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87750
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2026-05-04); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02392224
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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 Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375
Manufacturer: Sandoz Canada Inc.; listing date 2012-03-26
Health Canada: Marketed since 2012-01-25 · brand SANDOZ LOSARTAN HCT · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Sandoz canada incorporated · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSandoz Losartan HCT: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=79890 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02313375)
Source record
DIN 02313375: Sandoz Losartan HCT
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id SDZ
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02313375
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=79890
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2026-06-22); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02313375
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650 · 100mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650
Manufacturer: Auro Pharma Inc.; listing date 2014-06-26
Health Canada: Marketed since 2014-04-29 · brand AURO-LOSARTAN HCT · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Auro pharma inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordAuro-Losartan HCT: Formulary list price $0.3082/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3082 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=90836 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02423650)
Source record
DIN 02423650: Auro-Losartan HCT
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800282; group id 336; item number 0760; lccId None; manufacturer id AUR
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3082; ministry $0.3082
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02423650
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=90836
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371243 · $0.3082
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388278 · $0.3082
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841 · $0.3082
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979 · $0.3082
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656 · $0.3082
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665 · $0.3082
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232 · $0.3082
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449 · $0.3082
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377144 · $0.3082
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-01-30); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02423650
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669
Manufacturer: Auro Pharma Inc.; listing date 2014-06-26
Health Canada: Marketed since 2014-04-29 · brand AURO-LOSARTAN HCT · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG · company Auro pharma inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordAuro-Losartan HCT: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=90837 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02423669)
Source record
DIN 02423669: Auro-Losartan HCT
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id AUR
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02423669
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=90837
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-01-30); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02423669
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841 · 100mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
Private plan unknown: ask. If yes, check its coverage and payer coordination; if no, see the public routes below.
1 brand, same coverage
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841
Manufacturer: Organon Canada Inc.; listing date 2008-11-04
Health Canada: Marketed since 2022-04-05 · brand HYZAAR · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Organon canada inc. · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $0.3082 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=78318 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02297841)
Source record
DIN 02297841: Hyzaar
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800282; group id 336; item number 0760; lccId None; manufacturer id OCI
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $1.9508; ministry $0.3082
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02297841
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=78318
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371243 · $0.3082
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650 · $0.3082
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388278 · $0.3082
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979 · $0.3082
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656 · $0.3082
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665 · $0.3082
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232 · $0.3082
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449 · $0.3082
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377144 · $0.3082
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2023-09-21); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02297841
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007
Manufacturer: Organon Canada Inc.; listing date 2000-11-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2022-04-01 · brand HYZAAR DS · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG · company Organon canada inc. · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $0.3147 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=64599 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02241007)
Source record
DIN 02241007: Hyzaar DS
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id OCI
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $1.9924; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02241007
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=64599
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
Shortage status: shortage reported ended 2026-08-21 (report last updated 2026-08-21); confirm supply with the pharmacy; reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02241007
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979 · 100mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979
Manufacturer: Sivem Pharmaceuticals ULC; listing date 2020-09-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2025-10-07 · brand LOSARTAN HCT · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG · company Sivem pharmaceuticals ulc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLosartan HCT: Formulary list price $0.3082/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3082 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=87450 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02388979)
Source record
DIN 02388979: Losartan HCT
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800282; group id 336; item number 0760; lccId None; manufacturer id SIV
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3082; ministry $0.3082
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02388979
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87450
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371243 · $0.3082
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650 · $0.3082
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388278 · $0.3082
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841 · $0.3082
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656 · $0.3082
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665 · $0.3082
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232 · $0.3082
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449 · $0.3082
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377144 · $0.3082
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2021-10-13, last updated 2021-10-15) — report may be stale, confirm; reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02388979
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987
Manufacturer: Sivem Pharmaceuticals ULC; listing date 2020-09-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2025-10-07 · brand LOSARTAN HCT DS · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG · company Sivem pharmaceuticals ulc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLosartan HCT DS: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=87451 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02388987)
Source record
DIN 02388987: Losartan HCT DS
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id SIV
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02388987
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87451
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-10-21); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02388987
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656 · 100mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656
Manufacturer: Sanis Health Inc.; listing date 2021-01-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2020-08-25 · brand LOSARTAN/HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Sanis health inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLosartan/HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3082/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3082 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=91216 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02427656)
Source record
DIN 02427656: Losartan/HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800282; group id 336; item number 0760; lccId None; manufacturer id SAI
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3082; ministry $0.3082
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02427656
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=91216
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371243 · $0.3082
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650 · $0.3082
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388278 · $0.3082
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841 · $0.3082
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979 · $0.3082
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665 · $0.3082
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232 · $0.3082
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449 · $0.3082
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377144 · $0.3082
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2024-09-24); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02427656
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664
Manufacturer: Sanis Health Inc.; listing date 2021-01-29
Health Canada: Marketed since 2014-07-25 · brand LOSARTAN/HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG · company Sanis health inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLosartan/HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=91217 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02427664)
Source record
DIN 02427664: Losartan/HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id SAI
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02427664
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=91217
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-01-08); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02427664
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665 · 100mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665
Manufacturer: Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc.; listing date 2012-09-28
Health Canada: Marketed since 2024-06-14 · brand MINT-LOSARTAN/HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG · company Mint pharmaceuticals inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMint-Losartan/HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3082/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3082 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=87516 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02389665)
Source record
DIN 02389665: Mint-Losartan/HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800282; group id 336; item number 0760; lccId None; manufacturer id MIN
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3082; ministry $0.3082
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02389665
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87516
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371243 · $0.3082
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650 · $0.3082
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388278 · $0.3082
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841 · $0.3082
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979 · $0.3082
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656 · $0.3082
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232 · $0.3082
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449 · $0.3082
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377144 · $0.3082
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2023-03-31); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02389665
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673
Manufacturer: Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc.; listing date 2012-09-28
Health Canada: Marketed since 2024-06-14 · brand MINT-LOSARTAN/HCTZ DS · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100.0 MG · company Mint pharmaceuticals inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMint-Losartan/HCTZ DS: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=87517 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02389673)
Source record
DIN 02389673: Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id MIN
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02389673
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87517
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2024-06-14); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02389673
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232 · 100mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232
Manufacturer: Pharmascience Inc.; listing date 2012-10-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2012-09-04 · brand PMS-LOSARTAN-HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG · company Pharmascience inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordPMS-Losartan-HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3082/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3082 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=87751 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02392232)
Source record
DIN 02392232: PMS-Losartan-HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800282; group id 336; item number 0760; lccId None; manufacturer id PMS
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3082; ministry $0.3082
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02392232
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87751
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371243 · $0.3082
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650 · $0.3082
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388278 · $0.3082
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841 · $0.3082
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979 · $0.3082
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656 · $0.3082
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665 · $0.3082
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449 · $0.3082
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377144 · $0.3082
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2026-07-27); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02392232
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240
Manufacturer: Pharmascience Inc.; listing date 2012-10-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2012-09-04 · brand PMS-LOSARTAN-HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG · company Pharmascience inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordPMS-Losartan-HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=87752 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02392240)
Source record
DIN 02392240: PMS-Losartan-HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id PMS
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02392240
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=87752
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2022-01-25); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02392240
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449 · 100mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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 Losartan HCT · DIN 02362449
Manufacturer: Sandoz Canada Inc.; listing date 2012-03-26
Health Canada: Marketed since 2012-01-25 · brand SANDOZ LOSARTAN HCT · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Sandoz canada incorporated · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSandoz Losartan HCT: Formulary list price $0.3082/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3082 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=84745 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02362449)
Source record
DIN 02362449: Sandoz Losartan HCT
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800282; group id 336; item number 0760; lccId None; manufacturer id SDZ
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3082; ministry $0.3082
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02362449
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=84745
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371243 · $0.3082
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423650 · $0.3082
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388278 · $0.3082
Hyzaar · DIN 02297841 · $0.3082
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388979 · $0.3082
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427656 · $0.3082
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389665 · $0.3082
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392232 · $0.3082
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377144 · $0.3082
Shortage status: shortage reported ended 2026-09-08 (report last updated 2026-09-08); confirm supply with the pharmacy; reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02362449
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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 Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383
Manufacturer: Sandoz Canada Inc.; listing date 2012-03-26
Health Canada: Marketed since 2012-01-25 · brand SANDOZ LOSARTAN HCT DS · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG · company Sandoz canada incorporated · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSandoz Losartan HCT DS: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=79891 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02313383)
Source record
DIN 02313383: Sandoz Losartan HCT DS
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id SDZ
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02313383
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=79891
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2024-12-16); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02313383
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539
Manufacturer: Septa Pharmaceuticals Inc.; listing date 2014-12-18
Health Canada: Dormant since 2017-07-21 · brand SEPTA-LOSARTAN HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Septa pharmaceuticals inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSepta-Losartan HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=91300 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02428539)
Source record
DIN 02428539: Septa-Losartan HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id SET
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02428539
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=91300
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
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=02428539
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Dormant since 2017-07-21 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547 · 100mg & 25mg · tablet
General benefitDormant since 2017-07-21 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit
Write on scriptno code needed
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428547
Manufacturer: Septa Pharmaceuticals Inc.; listing date 2014-12-18
Health Canada: Dormant since 2017-07-21 · brand SEPTA-LOSARTAN HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG · company Septa pharmaceuticals inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSepta-Losartan HCTZ: Formulary list price $0.3147/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $0.3147 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=91301 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02428547)
Source record
DIN 02428547: Septa-Losartan HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800241; group id 336; item number 0762; lccId None; manufacturer id SET
Source form: Tab; strength: 100mg & 25mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3147; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02428547
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=91301
Interchangeable products
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371251 · $0.3147
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423669 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388286 · $0.3147
Hyzaar DS · DIN 02241007 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408252 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02388987 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427664 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ DS · DIN 02389673 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392240 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT DS · DIN 02313383 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02377152 · $0.3147
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=02428547
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Dormant since 2017-07-21 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Apo-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235 · 50mg & 12.5mg · tablet
General benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2025-04-17 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2025-04-17 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2025-04-17 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Write on scriptno code needed; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2025-04-17 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Patient paysPatient pays: program not supplied; amount cannot be determined.
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-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02371235
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc.; listing date 2012-03-26
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2025-04-17 · brand APO-LOSARTAN/HCTZ · ATC C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS, C09DA01 LOSARTAN AND DIURETICS · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG · company Apotex inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $0.3147 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=85641 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02371235)
Source record
DIN 02371235: Apo-Losartan/HCTZ
Raw flags: chronicUseMed=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 240800226; group id 336; item number 0761; lccId None; manufacturer id APX
Source form: Tab; strength: 50mg & 12.5mg
Recorded listing: General benefit; chronic-use medication (100-day supply rule, dispensing-fee limit)
Source prices (unrounded): $0.3148; ministry $0.3147
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02371235
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=85641
Interchangeable products
Auro-Losartan HCT · DIN 02423642 · $0.3147
Co Losartan/HCT · DIN 02388251 · $0.3147
Hyzaar · DIN 02230047 · $0.3147
Jamp-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02408244 · $0.3147
Losartan HCT · DIN 02388960 · $0.3147
Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02427648 · $0.3147
Mint-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02389657 · $0.3147
PMS-Losartan-HCTZ · DIN 02392224 · $0.3147
Sandoz Losartan HCT · DIN 02313375 · $0.3147
Septa-Losartan HCTZ · DIN 02428539 · $0.3147
Teva-Losartan/HCTZ · DIN 02358263 · $0.3147
Shortage status: discontinued (2018-11-19, reported by APOTEX INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02371235
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2025-04-17 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Other drugs in the same formulary class (24:08 Hypotensive Drugs (For Diuretics See 40:28)) and how they are covered
Matched class: 24:08 Hypotensive Drugs (For Diuretics See 40:28)
Drug-class inventory only. Lists recorded Ontario formulary products, not every Canadian medication; does not recommend treatment.
Covered without a code on the Ontario formulary: CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL, CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, CILAZAPRIL & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, LABETALOL HCL, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM, MINOXIDIL, OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL, OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, PERINDOPRIL ERBUMINE, PERINDOPRIL ERBUMINE & INDAPAMIDE, PINDOLOL & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, TELMISARTAN, TELMISARTAN & AMLODIPINE BESYLATE, TELMISARTAN & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, VALSARTAN & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
Some products covered without a code (check the product listing): ATENOLOL & CHLORTHALIDONE, BENAZEPRIL, CAPTOPRIL, CILAZAPRIL, CLONIDINE HCL, DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE, ENALAPRIL MALEATE, FELODIPINE, FOSINOPRIL SODIUM, HYDRALAZINE HCL, IRBESARTAN, IRBESARTAN & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, LISINOPRIL, LISINOPRIL & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, METHYLDOPA, NIFEDIPINE, PINDOLOL, PRAZOSIN HCL, QUINAPRIL, QUINAPRIL & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, RAMIPRIL, RAMIPRIL & HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, TERAZOSIN HCL, TRANDOLAPRIL, VALSARTAN, VERAPAMIL HCL
24:08 Hypotensive Drugs (For Diuretics See 40:28)
· 21 products · General benefit · strengths: 16mg & 12.5mg, 32mg & 12.5mg, 32mg & 25mg · Tab
· 36 products · General benefit (35), Listed, not a benefit (1) · strengths: 150mg & 12.5mg, 300mg & 12.5mg, 300mg & 25mg · Tab
· 27 products · General benefit · strengths: 20mg & 12.5mg, 40mg & 12.5mg, 40mg & 25mg · Tab
· 22 products · General benefit · strengths: 80mg & 12.5mg, 80mg & 25mg · Tab
· 34 products · General benefit · strengths: 80mg & 12.5mg, 160mg & 12.5mg, 160mg & 25mg, 320mg & 12.5mg, 320mg & 25mg · Tab
· 1 products · General benefit; DIN status E (meaning unconfirmed); confirm discontinuation/availability with Health Canada · strengths: 600mg & 12.5mg · Tab
· 8 products · General benefit · strengths: 40mg & 10mg, 40mg & 5mg, 80mg & 10mg, 80mg & 5mg · Tab
· 4 products · Listed, not a benefit (2), General benefit (2) · strengths: 50 & 25mg, 100 & 25mg · Tab
· 6 products · Listed, not a benefit (3), General benefit (3) · strengths: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg · Tab
· 59 products · General benefit · strengths: 4mg, 8mg, 16mg, 32mg · Tab
· 14 products ·
Limited Use, codes 707, 723 (2), Listed, not a benefit (4), General benefit (8) · strengths: 5mg/5mL, 25mg/5mL, 12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg, 100mg · Oral Sol, Tab
· 8 products · Listed, not a benefit (2), General benefit (6) · strengths: 1mg, 2.5mg, 5mg · Tab
Source: formulary-ed43-front-matter.txt Part V; ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26; class 24:08
and 35 more
Full class listing
Related classes: 24:04 Cardiac Drugs, 24:06 Antilipemic Drugs, 24:12 Vasodilating Drugs, 24:32 Renin-Angiotensin Aldosterone Inhibitors
Same formulary class, not same indication: class membership alone does not establish equivalent uses.