Closed consultation: Proposed change to the veterinary omeprazole listing on the Prescription Drug List (PDL)
Current status: Closed
This consultation ran from May 13, 2026 to July 27, 2026.
Health Canada consulted Canadians on the proposal to allow certain veterinary drugs that contain omeprazole to be sold without a prescription. This consultation provided an opportunity to comment on a proposed change to the "omeprazole or its salts" listing on the veterinary use part of the Prescription Drug List (PDL). The proposal applied only to the veterinary listing.
Who was the focus of this consultation
We engaged with:
- academics
- health professionals
- industry
- members of the public
- any other interested stakeholders
Related information
- Notice of changes to the Prescription Drug List
- Guidance Document: Determining Prescription Status for Human and Veterinary Drugs
Contact us
Health Canada
Prescription Drug Status Committee
6th Floor Holland Cross – Tower B
Address locator: 3106C
1600 Scott Street
Ottawa ON K1A 0K9
Email: drug.prescription.status-statut.dordonnance.des.drogues@hc-sc.gc.ca