VARDENAFIL HCL
All products: not a benefit
Other products in the same Health Canada class (G04BE) — coverage varies; not interchangeable
- Tadalafil (Cialis): not a benefit
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471647 · 5mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471647
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc.; listing date 2019-01-31
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-12-21 · brand APO-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 5 MG · company Apotex inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=96086 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02471647)
Source record
DIN 02471647: Apo-Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200107; group id 372; item number 0885; lccId None; manufacturer id APX
Source form: Tab; strength: 5mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $9.3203; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02471647
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96086
Interchangeable products
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475677 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250462 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464209 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2021-10-29); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02471647
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475677 · 5mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475677
Manufacturer: Jamp Pharma Corporation; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-11-01 · brand JAMP-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 5 MG · company Jamp pharma corporation · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=96605 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02475677)
Source record
DIN 02475677: Jamp-Vardenafil IR
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200107; group id 372; item number 0885; lccId None; manufacturer id JPC
Source form: Tab; strength: 5mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $9.3203; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02475677
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96605
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471647 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250462 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464209 · 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=02475677
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464209 · 5mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464209
Manufacturer: Mylan Pharmaceuticals ULC; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-11-01 · brand MYLAN-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE) 5 MG · company Mylan pharmaceuticals ulc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=95236 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02464209)
Source record
DIN 02464209: Mylan-Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200107; group id 372; item number 0885; lccId None; manufacturer id MYL
Source form: Tab; strength: 5mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $9.3203; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02464209
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=95236
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471647 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475677 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250462 · not recorded
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2026-06-01, estimated to end 2026-10-13, last updated 2026-08-24); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02464209
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Jamp-Vardenafil ODT · DIN 02476088 · 10mg · Orally Disintergrating tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Jamp-Vardenafil ODT · DIN 02476088
Manufacturer: Jamp Pharma Corporation; listing date 2019-09-30
Health Canada: Marketed since 2019-06-06 · brand JAMP-VARDENAFIL ODT · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet (orally-disintegrating) · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE) 10 MG · company Jamp pharma corporation · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=96702 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02476088)
Source record
DIN 02476088: Jamp-Vardenafil ODT
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200110; group id 372; item number 0884; lccId None; manufacturer id JPC
Source form: Orally Disintergrating Tab; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $5.8778; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02476088
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96702
Interchangeable products
Staxyn · DIN 02372436 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2022-05-06); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02476088
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471655 · 10mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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-Vardenafil · DIN 02471655
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc.; listing date 2019-01-31
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-12-21 · brand APO-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 10 MG · company Apotex inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=96087 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02471655)
Source record
DIN 02471655: Apo-Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200108; group id 372; item number 0886; lccId None; manufacturer id APX
Source form: Tab; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $10.3976; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02471655
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96087
Interchangeable products
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475685 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250470 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464225 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520397 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2021-10-29); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02471655
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475685 · 10mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475685
Manufacturer: Jamp Pharma Corporation; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-11-01 · brand JAMP-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 10 MG · company Jamp pharma corporation · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=96606 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02475685)
Source record
DIN 02475685: Jamp-Vardenafil IR
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200108; group id 372; item number 0886; lccId None; manufacturer id JPC
Source form: Tab; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $10.4019; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02475685
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96606
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471655 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250470 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464225 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520397 · 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=02475685
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464225 · 10mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464225
Manufacturer: Mylan Pharmaceuticals ULC; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-11-01 · brand MYLAN-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE) 10 MG · company Mylan pharmaceuticals ulc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=95239 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02464225)
Source record
DIN 02464225: Mylan-Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200108; group id 372; item number 0886; lccId None; manufacturer id MYL
Source form: Tab; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $10.3976; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02464225
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=95239
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471655 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475685 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250470 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520397 · not recorded
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=02464225
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Vardenafil · DIN 02520397 · 10mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Vardenafil · DIN 02520397
Manufacturer: Sanis Health Inc.; listing date 2021-12-17
Health Canada: Marketed since 2022-03-25 · brand VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE) 10 MG · company Sanis health inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=100959 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02520397)
Source record
DIN 02520397: Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200108; group id 372; item number 0886; lccId None; manufacturer id SAI
Source form: Tab; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $10.3976; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02520397
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=100959
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471655 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475685 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250470 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464225 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-06-23); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02520397
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471663 · 20mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471663
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc.; listing date 2019-01-31
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-12-21 · brand APO-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 20 MG · company Apotex inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=96088 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02471663)
Source record
DIN 02471663: Apo-Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200109; group id 372; item number 0887; lccId None; manufacturer id APX
Source form: Tab; strength: 20mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $11.6811; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02471663
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96088
Interchangeable products
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475693 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250489 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464233 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520400 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2021-10-22); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02471663
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475693 · 20mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475693
Manufacturer: Jamp Pharma Corporation; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-11-01 · brand JAMP-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 20 MG · company Jamp pharma corporation · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=96607 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02475693)
Source record
DIN 02475693: Jamp-Vardenafil IR
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200109; group id 372; item number 0887; lccId None; manufacturer id JPC
Source form: Tab; strength: 20mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $11.6811; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02475693
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=96607
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471663 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250489 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464233 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520400 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2026-06-26); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02475693
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464233 · 20mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464233
Manufacturer: Mylan Pharmaceuticals ULC; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Marketed since 2018-11-01 · brand MYLAN-VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE) 20 MG · company Mylan pharmaceuticals ulc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=95240 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02464233)
Source record
DIN 02464233: Mylan-Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200109; group id 372; item number 0887; lccId None; manufacturer id MYL
Source form: Tab; strength: 20mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $11.6811; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02464233
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=95240
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471663 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475693 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250489 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520400 · not recorded
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2026-06-01, estimated to end 2026-09-18, 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=02464233
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Vardenafil · DIN 02520400 · 20mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefitMarketed · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Write on scriptnot a benefit; no Exceptional Access criteria on record; see alternatives
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
Vardenafil · DIN 02520400
Manufacturer: Sanis Health Inc.; listing date 2021-12-17
Health Canada: Marketed since 2022-03-25 · brand VARDENAFIL · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE) 20 MG · company Sanis health inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordFormulary 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=100960 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02520400)
Source record
DIN 02520400: Vardenafil
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200109; group id 372; item number 0887; lccId None; manufacturer id SAI
Source form: Tab; strength: 20mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): $11.6811; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02520400
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=100960
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471663 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475693 · not recorded
Levitra · DIN 02250489 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464233 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2025-06-23); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02520400
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Levitra · DIN 02250462 · 5mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2020-11-16 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2020-11-16 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2020-11-16 — 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 2020-11-16 — 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
Levitra · DIN 02250462
Manufacturer: Bayer Inc., Consumer Care Division; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2020-11-16 · brand LEVITRA · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 5 MG · company Bayer inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLevitra: 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=73526 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02250462)
Source record
DIN 02250462: Levitra
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200107; group id 372; item number 0885; lccId None; manufacturer id BAY
Source form: Tab; strength: 5mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): not recorded; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02250462
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=73526
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471647 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475677 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464209 · not recorded
Shortage status: resolved shortage (ended 2020-11-16); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02250462
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2020-11-16 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Staxyn · DIN 02372436 · 10mg · Orally Disintergrating tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2023-07-10 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2023-07-10 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2023-07-10 — 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 2023-07-10 — 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
Staxyn · DIN 02372436
Manufacturer: Bayer Inc., Health Care Division; listing date 2019-09-30
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2023-07-10 · brand STAXYN · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet (orally-disintegrating) · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 10 MG · company Bayer inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordStaxyn: 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=85755 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02372436)
Source record
DIN 02372436: Staxyn
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200110; group id 372; item number 0884; lccId None; manufacturer id BAH
Source form: Orally Disintergrating Tab; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): not recorded; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02372436
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=85755
Interchangeable products
Jamp-Vardenafil ODT · DIN 02476088 · not recorded
Shortage status: discontinued (2023-07-10, reported by BAYER INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02372436
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2023-07-10 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Levitra · DIN 02250470 · 10mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2022-12-21 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2022-12-21 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2022-12-21 — 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 2022-12-21 — 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
Levitra · DIN 02250470
Manufacturer: Bayer Inc., Consumer Care Division; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2022-12-21 · brand LEVITRA · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 10 MG · company Bayer inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLevitra: 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=73527 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02250470)
Source record
DIN 02250470: Levitra
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200108; group id 372; item number 0886; lccId None; manufacturer id BAY
Source form: Tab; strength: 10mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): not recorded; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02250470
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=73527
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471655 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475685 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464225 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520397 · not recorded
Shortage status: discontinued (2022-12-21, reported by BAYER INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02250470
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2022-12-21 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Levitra · DIN 02250489 · 20mg · tablet
Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2023-05-15 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.Discontinued 2023-05-15 · checked 2026-09-02
StatusOff-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2023-05-15 — 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 2023-05-15 — 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
Levitra · DIN 02250489
Manufacturer: Bayer Inc., Consumer Care Division; listing date 2018-12-21
Health Canada: Cancelled post market since 2023-05-15 · brand LEVITRA · ATC G04BE09 VARDENAFIL · form Tablet · route Oral · ingredients VARDENAFIL (VARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDE) 20 MG · company Bayer inc · schedule Prescription
Check this DIN again · Health Canada product recordLevitra: 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=73528 · Verify on the e-Formulary ↗ (DIN 02250489)
Source record
DIN 02250489: Levitra
Raw flags: notABenefit=Y, sec3=Y, sec3b=Y
Item: 241200109; group id 372; item number 0887; lccId None; manufacturer id BAY
Source form: Tab; strength: 20mg
Recorded listing: Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit
Source prices (unrounded): not recorded; ministry not recorded
Source: ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26 DIN=02250489
Health Canada DPD extract of Sep 2, 2026 (Open Government Licence – Canada) · https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/info?lang=eng&code=73528
Interchangeable products
Apo-Vardenafil · DIN 02471663 · not recorded
Jamp-Vardenafil IR · DIN 02475693 · not recorded
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464233 · not recorded
Vardenafil · DIN 02520400 · not recorded
Shortage status: discontinued (2023-05-15, reported by BAYER INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02250489
Shortage record checked 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00
Health Canada lists this DIN as Cancelled post market since 2023-05-15 — choose a marketed DIN from the same-category list.
Other drugs in the same formulary class (24:12 Vasodilating Drugs) and how they are covered
Matched class: 24:12 Vasodilating Drugs
Drug-class inventory only. Lists recorded Ontario formulary products, not every Canadian medication; does not recommend treatment.
Some products covered without a code (check the product listing): ISOSORBIDE DINITRATE, NITROGLYCERIN
24:12 Vasodilating Drugs
· 73 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit (72), Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit; DIN status E (meaning unconfirmed); confirm discontinuation/availability with Health Canada (1) · strengths: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg · Tab
· 6 products · General benefit (3), Listed, not a benefit (3) · strengths: 5mg, 10mg, 30mg · SL Tab, Tab
· 20 products · General benefit (13), Temporary benefit (2), Listed, not a benefit (1), Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit (4) · strengths: 0.4mg/Hr/20 Sq Cm, 0.6mg/Hr/30 Sq Cm, 0.4mg/Hr/14 Sq Cm, 0.6mg/Hr/21 Sq Cm, 0.3mg, 0.6mg, 0.4mg/Metered Dose, 0.2mg/Hr, 0.4mg/Hr, 0.6mg/Hr, 0.8mg/Hr · Patch, SL Tab, Sp-180 Dose Pk, Sp-75 Dose Pk, Spray-200 Dose Pk, Transdermal Patch
· 2 products · Listed, not a benefit (1),
Limited Use, codes 349 (1) · strengths: 200mg/25mg · Cap
· 1 products ·
Limited Use, codes 42, 43 · strengths: 30mg · Tab
· 3 products ·
Limited Use, codes 685 · strengths: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg · Tab
· 7 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit · strengths: 5mg, 10mg · Tab
· 24 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit · strengths: 8mg, 16mg, 24mg · Tab
· 14 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit · strengths: 62.5mg, 125mg · Tab
· 6 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit · strengths: 25mg, 50mg, 75mg · Tab
· 3 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit · strengths: 60mg · ER Tab
· 10 products · Off-Formulary Interchangeable, not an ODB benefit · strengths: 0.5mg, 1.5mg, 1mg, 2.5mg, 2mg · Tab
Source: formulary-ed43-front-matter.txt Part V; ODB odb-formulary-ed43-extract-2026-08-26.xml extract_date=2026-08-26; class 24:12
Full class listing
Related classes: 24:04 Cardiac Drugs, 24:06 Antilipemic Drugs, 24:08 Hypotensive Drugs (For Diuretics See 40:28), 24:32 Renin-Angiotensin Aldosterone Inhibitors
Same formulary class, not same indication: class membership alone does not establish equivalent uses.
Availability
Mylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464209
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2026-06-01, estimated to end 2026-10-13, last updated 2026-08-24); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02464209
Check this DIN againMylan-Vardenafil · DIN 02464233
Shortage status: active shortage (reported 2026-06-01, estimated to end 2026-09-18, 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=02464233
Check this DIN againStaxyn · DIN 02372436
Shortage status: discontinued (2023-07-10, reported by BAYER INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02372436
Check this DIN againLevitra · DIN 02250470
Shortage status: discontinued (2022-12-21, reported by BAYER INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
Source: https://healthproductshortages.ca/search?term=02250470
Check this DIN againLevitra · DIN 02250489
Shortage status: discontinued (2023-05-15, reported by BAYER INC); reports as of 2026-09-13T08:10:21.292534+00:00 (Health Product Shortages Canada)
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Check this DIN againOther review policies
For Apo-Vardenafil, Jamp-Vardenafil IR, Mylan-Vardenafil, Jamp-Vardenafil ODT, Vardenafil, Levitra, Staxyn: no applicable EAP criteria are held and no ODB benefit is established. These policies do not establish coverage.
For rare, immediately life-, limb- or organ-threatening circumstances, the Compassionate Review Policy may consider an unfunded drug or indication, subject to its criteria and without bypassing the drug review process. Compassionate Review Policy
Compassionate Review Policy: source quote
Where there are rare clinical circumstances in immediately life, limb, or organ-threatening conditions, the Executive Officer will also consider requests for drugs or indications in situations where there has not been a decision by the Executive Officer to provide funding of the drug or indication as part of the Ontario Drug Benefit program (and the EAP), and the drug or indication requested would not circumvent the established review process for new drugs or indications as part of the drug submission process for listing within the Ontario Drug Benefit program. Requests must meet the criteria for the Compassionate Review Policy.
Ontario source; updated September 15, 2026
For cancer drugs, Case-by-Case Review considers rare, immediately life-threatening circumstances when no satisfactory funded treatment exists; its criteria and application process apply. Case-by-Case Review (cancer drugs)
Case-by-Case Review (cancer drugs): source quote
Note: Requests for cancer drugs are considered under the Case-by-Case Review Program (CBCRP) which is administered by Ontario Health (Cancer Care Ontario) on behalf of the Ministry of Health. The CBCRP considers funding requests for drugs (both oral therapies and injectable drugs) for the treatment of cancer in patients who have a rare clinical circumstance that is immediately life-threatening (death is likely within a matter of months) and who require treatment with an unfunded drug, because there is no other satisfactory and funded treatment. Please refer to the Ontario Health website for information on the application process, FAQs, eligibility criteria and program policies.
Ontario source; updated September 15, 2026