Listed in the December 27, 2023 extract; not in the current extract (Aug 26, 2026): Octreotide for Injectable Suspension (02503751), Octreotide for Injectable Suspension (02503778). Source: odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2023-12-27.xml; compared with odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml.
OCTREOTIDE
17 general benefit · 1 not a benefit
Other products in the same Health Canada class (H01CB) — coverage varies; not interchangeable
- Lanreotide (Somatuline Autogel): general benefit
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567776 · 10mg · injection Kit Pk
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
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567776
Manufacturer: Sterimax Inc.; listing date 2026-08-31
Health Canada: Marketed since 2026-05-28 · brand OCTREOTIDE DEPOT · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Powder for suspension (sustained-release · route Intramuscular · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 10 MG/VIAL · company Sterimax inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Depot: Formulary list price $726.5115/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $726.5115 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=107015 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02567776)
Source record
DIN 02567776: Octreotide Depot
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000332; group id 941; item number 2238; lccId None; manufacturer id STE
Source form: Inj Kit Pk; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $726.5115; ministry $726.5115
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02567776
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=107015
Interchangeable products
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239323 · $726.5115
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=02567776
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239323 · 10mg · injection Kit Pk
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
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239323
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc.; listing date 2007-01-02
Health Canada: Marketed since 1999-01-27 · brand SANDOSTATIN LAR · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Powder for suspension (sustained-release · route Intramuscular · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 10 MG/VIAL · company Novartis pharmaceuticals canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $726.5115 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=62792 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02239323)
Source record
DIN 02239323: Sandostatin LAR
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000332; group id 941; item number 2238; lccId None; manufacturer id NOV
Source form: Inj Kit Pk; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $1320.9300; ministry $726.5115
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02239323
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=62792
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567776 · $726.5115
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-08-13); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02239323
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567784 · 20mg · injection Kit Pk
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
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567784
Manufacturer: Sterimax Inc.; listing date 2026-08-31
Health Canada: Marketed since 2026-05-28 · brand OCTREOTIDE DEPOT · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Powder for suspension (sustained-release · route Intramuscular · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 20 MG/VIAL · company Sterimax inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Depot: Formulary list price $938.6190/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $938.6190 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=107016 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02567784)
Source record
DIN 02567784: Octreotide Depot
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000333; group id 941; item number 2239; lccId None; manufacturer id STE
Source form: Inj Kit Pk; strength: 20mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $938.6190; ministry $938.6190
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02567784
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=107016
Interchangeable products
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239324 · $938.6190
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=02567784
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239324 · 20mg · injection Kit Pk
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
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239324
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc.; listing date 2007-01-02
Health Canada: Marketed since 1999-01-27 · brand SANDOSTATIN LAR · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Powder for suspension (sustained-release · route Intramuscular · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 20 MG/VIAL · company Novartis pharmaceuticals canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $938.6190 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=62793 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02239324)
Source record
DIN 02239324: Sandostatin LAR
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000333; group id 941; item number 2239; lccId None; manufacturer id NOV
Source form: Inj Kit Pk; strength: 20mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $1706.5800; ministry $938.6190
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02239324
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=62793
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567784 · $938.6190
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-08-01); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02239324
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567792 · 30mg · injection Kit Pk
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
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567792
Manufacturer: Sterimax Inc.; listing date 2026-08-31
Health Canada: Marketed since 2026-05-29 · brand OCTREOTIDE DEPOT · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Powder for suspension (sustained-release · route Intramuscular · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 30 MG/VIAL · company Sterimax inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Depot: Formulary list price $1094.7600/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $1094.7600 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=107017 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02567792)
Source record
DIN 02567792: Octreotide Depot
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000334; group id 941; item number 2240; lccId None; manufacturer id STE
Source form: Inj Kit Pk; strength: 30mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $1094.7600; ministry $1094.7600
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02567792
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=107017
Interchangeable products
Octreotide for Injectable Suspension · DIN 02503786 · $1094.7600
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239325 · $1094.7600
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=02567792
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239325 · 30mg · injection Kit Pk
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
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239325
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc.; listing date 2007-01-02
Health Canada: Marketed since 1999-01-27 · brand SANDOSTATIN LAR · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Powder for suspension (sustained-release · route Intramuscular · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 30 MG/VIAL · company Novartis pharmaceuticals canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $1094.7600 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=62794 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02239325)
Source record
DIN 02239325: Sandostatin LAR
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000334; group id 941; item number 2240; lccId None; manufacturer id NOV
Source form: Inj Kit Pk; strength: 30mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $2189.5200; ministry $1094.7600
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02239325
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=62794
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567792 · $1094.7600
Octreotide for Injectable Suspension · DIN 02503786 · $1094.7600
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2026-03-04); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02239325
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248639 · 50mcg/mL · injection solution - 1mL Amp Pk
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
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248639
Manufacturer: Omega Laboratories Ltd.; listing date 2008-03-25
Health Canada: Marketed since 2004-02-26 · brand OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Subcutaneous, Intravenous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 50 MCG/ML · company Omega laboratories limited · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Acetate Omega: Formulary list price $4.0080/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $4.0080 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=72996 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02248639)
Source record
DIN 02248639: Octreotide Acetate Omega
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000083; group id 941; item number 2243; lccId None; manufacturer id OMG
Source form: Inj Sol - 1mL Amp Pk; strength: 50mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $4.0080; ministry $4.0080
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02248639
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=72996
Interchangeable products
Sandostatin · DIN 00839191 · $4.0080
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2024-01-18); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02248639
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Sandostatin · DIN 00839191 · 50mcg/mL · injection solution - 1mL Amp Pk
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
Sandostatin · DIN 00839191
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc.; listing date 2007-01-02
Health Canada: Marketed since 1998-04-15 · brand SANDOSTATIN · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Intravenous, Subcutaneous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 50 MCG/ML · company Novartis pharmaceuticals canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $4.0080 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=9915 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 00839191)
Source record
DIN 00839191: Sandostatin
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000083; group id 941; item number 2243; lccId None; manufacturer id NOV
Source form: Inj Sol - 1mL Amp Pk; strength: 50mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $5.3440; ministry $4.0080
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=00839191
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=9915
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248639 · $4.0080
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2024-06-17, last updated 2024-10-01); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=00839191
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248640 · 100mcg/mL · injection solution
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
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248640
Manufacturer: Omega Laboratories Ltd.; listing date 2008-03-25
Health Canada: Marketed since 2004-02-26 · brand OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Intravenous, Subcutaneous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 100 MCG/ML · company Omega laboratories limited · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Acetate Omega: Formulary list price $5.0440/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $5.0440 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=72997 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02248640)
Source record
DIN 02248640: Octreotide Acetate Omega
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000084; group id 941; item number 2241; lccId None; manufacturer id OMG
Source form: Inj Sol; strength: 100mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $5.0440; ministry $5.0440
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02248640
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=72997
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560240 · $5.0440
Sandostatin · DIN 00839205 · $5.0440
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2026-07-20, estimated to end 2026-11-30, last updated 2026-07-22); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02248640
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560240 · 100mcg/mL · injection solution
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
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560240
Manufacturer: Sterimax Inc.; listing date 2026-02-27
Health Canada: Marketed since 2026-01-05 · brand OCTREOTIDE INJECTION · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Intravenous, Subcutaneous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 100 MCG/ML · company Sterimax inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Injection: Formulary list price $5.0440/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $5.0440 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=106332 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02560240)
Source record
DIN 02560240: Octreotide Injection
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000084; group id 941; item number 2241; lccId None; manufacturer id STE
Source form: Inj Sol; strength: 100mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $5.0440; ministry $5.0440
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02560240
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=106332
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248640 · $5.0440
Sandostatin · DIN 00839205 · $5.0440
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=02560240
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248642 · 200mcg/mL · injection solution - 5mL vial
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
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248642
Manufacturer: Omega Laboratories Ltd.; listing date 2008-03-25
Health Canada: Marketed since 2004-03-11 · brand OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Intravenous, Subcutaneous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 200 MCG/ML · company Omega laboratories limited · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Acetate Omega: Formulary list price $48.5150/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $48.5150 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=72999 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02248642)
Source record
DIN 02248642: Octreotide Acetate Omega
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000225; group id 941; item number 2244; lccId None; manufacturer id OMG
Source form: Inj Sol - 5mL Vial Pk; strength: 200mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $48.5150; ministry $48.5150
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02248642
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=72999
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560283 · $48.5150
Sandostatin · DIN 02049392 · $48.5150
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2024-09-25); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02248642
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560283 · 200mcg/mL · injection solution - 5mL vial
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
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560283
Manufacturer: Sterimax Inc.; listing date 2026-02-27
Health Canada: Marketed since 2026-01-07 · brand OCTREOTIDE INJECTION · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Subcutaneous, Intravenous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 200 MCG/ML · company Sterimax inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Injection: Formulary list price $48.5150/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $48.5150 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=106336 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02560283)
Source record
DIN 02560283: Octreotide Injection
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000225; group id 941; item number 2244; lccId None; manufacturer id STE
Source form: Inj Sol - 5mL Vial Pk; strength: 200mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $48.5150; ministry $48.5150
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02560283
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=106336
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248642 · $48.5150
Sandostatin · DIN 02049392 · $48.5150
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=02560283
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248641 · 500mcg/mL · injection solution
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
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248641
Manufacturer: Omega Laboratories Ltd.; listing date 2008-03-25
Health Canada: Marketed since 2004-02-26 · brand OCTREOTIDE ACETATE OMEGA · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Intravenous, Subcutaneous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 500 MCG/ML · company Omega laboratories limited · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Acetate Omega: Formulary list price $23.7070/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $23.7070 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=72998 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02248641)
Source record
DIN 02248641: Octreotide Acetate Omega
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000085; group id 941; item number 2242; lccId None; manufacturer id OMG
Source form: Inj Sol; strength: 500mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $23.7070; ministry $23.7070
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02248641
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=72998
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560291 · $23.7070
Sandostatin · DIN 00839213 · not recorded
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2026-07-20, estimated to end 2026-12-31, last updated 2026-09-09); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02248641
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560291 · 500mcg/mL · injection solution
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
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560291
Manufacturer: Sterimax Inc.; listing date 2026-02-27
Health Canada: Marketed since 2026-01-05 · brand OCTREOTIDE INJECTION · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Subcutaneous, Intravenous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 500 MCG/ML · company Sterimax inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide Injection: Formulary list price $23.7070/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $23.7070 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=106337 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02560291)
Source record
DIN 02560291: Octreotide Injection
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000085; group id 941; item number 2242; lccId None; manufacturer id STE
Source form: Inj Sol; strength: 500mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $23.7070; ministry $23.7070
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02560291
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=106337
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248641 · $23.7070
Sandostatin · DIN 00839213 · not recorded
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=02560291
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Octreotide for Injectable Suspension · DIN 02503786 · 30mg · injection Kit Pk
General benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2026-05-04 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2026-05-04 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2026-05-04 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Write on scriptno code needed; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2026-05-04 — 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
Octreotide for Injectable Suspension · DIN 02503786
Manufacturer: Teva Canada Limited; listing date 2021-11-30
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2026-05-04 · brand OCTREOTIDE FOR INJECTABLE SUSPENSION · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Powder for suspension (sustained-release, Kit · route Intramuscular · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 30 MG/VIAL · company Teva canada limited · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordOctreotide for Injectable Suspension: Formulary list price $1094.7600/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
Ministry pays: $1094.7600 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=99322 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02503786)
Source record
DIN 02503786: Octreotide for Injectable Suspension
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000334; group id 941; item number 2240; lccId None; manufacturer id TEV
Source form: Inj Kit Pk; strength: 30mg
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $1094.7600; ministry $1094.7600
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02503786
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=99322
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Depot · DIN 02567792 · $1094.7600
Sandostatin LAR · DIN 02239325 · $1094.7600
Shortage status: discontinued (2026-05-05, reported by TEVA CANADA LIMITED); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02503786
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2026-05-04 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Sandostatin · DIN 00839205 · 100mcg/mL · injection solution
General benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2024-03-25 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2024-03-25 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2024-03-25 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Write on scriptno code needed; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2024-03-25 — 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.
1 brand, same coverage
Sandostatin · DIN 00839205
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc.; listing date 2007-01-02
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2024-03-25 · brand SANDOSTATIN · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Subcutaneous, Intravenous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 100 MCG/ML · company Novartis pharmaceuticals canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $5.0440 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=9916 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 00839205)
Source record
DIN 00839205: Sandostatin
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000084; group id 941; item number 2241; lccId None; manufacturer id NOV
Source form: Inj Sol; strength: 100mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $10.0880; ministry $5.0440
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=00839205
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=9916
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248640 · $5.0440
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560240 · $5.0440
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-01-31); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=00839205
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2024-03-25 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Sandostatin · DIN 02049392 · 200mcg/mL · injection solution - 5mL vial
General benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2022-05-25 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2022-05-25 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusGeneral benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2022-05-25 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Write on scriptno code needed; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2022-05-25 — 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.
1 brand, same coverage
Sandostatin · DIN 02049392
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc.; listing date 2007-01-02
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2022-05-25 · brand SANDOSTATIN · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Intravenous, Subcutaneous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 200 MCG/ML · company Novartis pharmaceuticals canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordMinistry pays: $48.5150 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=19627 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02049392)
Source record
DIN 02049392: Sandostatin
Raw flags: sec3=Y
Item: 920000225; group id 941; item number 2244; lccId None; manufacturer id NOV
Source form: Inj Sol - 5mL Vial Pk; strength: 200mcg/mL
Recorded listing: General benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $97.0300; ministry $48.5150
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02049392
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=19627
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248642 · $48.5150
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560283 · $48.5150
Shortage status: discontinued (2022-02-14, reported by NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02049392
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2022-05-25 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Sandostatin · DIN 00839213 · 500mcg/mL · injection solution
Listed, not a benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2018-07-30 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2018-07-30 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusListed, not a benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2018-07-30 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2018-07-30 — 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.
1 brand, same coverage
Sandostatin · DIN 00839213
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc.; listing date 2007-01-02
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2018-07-30 · brand SANDOSTATIN · ATC H01CB02 OCTREOTIDE · form Solution · route Subcutaneous, Intravenous · ingredients OCTREOTIDE (OCTREOTIDE ACETATE) 500 MCG/ML · company Novartis pharmaceuticals canada inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordSandostatin: Formulary list price not recorded/unit (unit not stated in source; not the patient's cost)
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=9917 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 00839213)
Source record
DIN 00839213: Sandostatin
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y
Item: 920000085; group id 941; item number 2242; lccId None; manufacturer id NOV
Source form: Inj Sol; strength: 500mcg/mL
Recorded listing: Listed, not a benefit; ODB pays only for the benefit products in this interchangeable category
Source prices (unrounded): not recorded; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=00839213
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=9917
Interchangeable products
Octreotide Acetate Omega · DIN 02248641 · $23.7070
Octreotide Injection · DIN 02560291 · $23.7070
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=00839213
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2018-07-30 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Other drugs in the same formulary class (92:00 UNCLASSIFIED THERAPEUTIC AGENTS) and how they are covered
Matched class: 92:00 UNCLASSIFIED THERAPEUTIC AGENTS
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: ALENDRONATE & CHOLECALCIFEROL, AZATHIOPRINE, CYCLOSPORINE, GLUCAGON RDNA ORIGIN, LANREOTIDE ACETATE, LEFLUNOMIDE, LEVODOPA & BENSERAZIDE, MYCOPHENOLATE SODIUM
Some products covered without a code (check the product listing): ALENDRONATE, ALLOPURINOL, AMANTADINE HCL, BROMOCRIPTINE, CLOPIDOGREL BISULFATE, LEVODOPA & CARBIDOPA, MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL, RISEDRONATE SODIUM, ROPINIROLE, SELEGILINE HCL, TAMSULOSIN HCL
92:00 UNCLASSIFIED THERAPEUTIC AGENTS
· 6 products · General benefit · strengths: 60mg/Syr, 90mg/Syr, 120mg/Syr · ER Pref Syr Pk
· 28 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit (4), Listed, not a benefit (1), General benefit (23) · strengths: 5mg, 10mg, 70mg · Tab
· 6 products · General benefit · strengths: 70mg & 70mcg, 70mg & 140mcg · Tab
· 10 products · General benefit (6), Listed, not a benefit (4) · strengths: 100mg, 200mg, 300mg · Tab
· 5 products · Listed, not a benefit (2), General benefit (3) · strengths: 100mg, 10mg/mL · Cap, O/L
· 3 products · General benefit · strengths: 50mg · Tab
· 4 products · Listed, not a benefit (2), General benefit (2) · strengths: 5mg, 2.5mg · Cap, Tab
· 19 products · General benefit (16), Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit (3) · strengths: 75mg, 300mg · Tab
· 8 products · General benefit · strengths: 10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 100mg/mL · Cap, O/L
· 2 products · General benefit · strengths: 1mg/Vial · Inj Pd-Syr Pk, Inj Pd-Vial Pk
· 16 products · General benefit · strengths: 10mg, 20mg · Tab
· 3 products · General benefit · strengths: 50mg & 12.5mg, 100mg & 25mg, 200mg & 50mg · Cap
Source: formulary-ed43-front-matter.txt Part V; ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26; class 92:00
and 75 more
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Same formulary class, not same indication: class membership alone does not establish equivalent uses.