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ATC G03CA01 · Natural and Semisynthetic Estrogens, Plain · updated 2 Nov 2026

Ethinylestradiol shortage

As of 2 Nov 2026, Ethinylestradiol has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Australia), covering 1 product from 0 companies.

Is there an Ethinylestradiol shortage?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Ethinylestradiol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Australia. The earliest expected return is 8 Jan 2027 (Australia).

Countries1/16
Products1packs or presentations
Companies00 listed
Short since–
Earliest return8 Jan 2027company estimate
Main reasonNot stated

Compared with similar medicines

ATC group G03CA · Natural and Semisynthetic Estrogens, Plain
Estradiol11/16Conjugated Estrogens2/16Estriol1/16Ethinylestradiol1/16

Affected products

CountryProductCompanySinceExpected backReason
AULEVETH 150/30 ED levonorgestrel 150 microgram and ethinylestradiol 30 microgram film-coated tablet blister pack anticipated4 Dec 20268 Jan 2027Not stated

"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.

Questions

Is there an Ethinylestradiol shortage?

Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Ethinylestradiol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Australia. The earliest expected return is 8 Jan 2027 (Australia).

When will Ethinylestradiol be back in stock?

Companies expect supply back from 8 Jan 2027 in Australia; Australia: 8 Jan 2027. These are company estimates reported to each authority.

Why is Ethinylestradiol in short supply?

The most common reason reported is: not stated. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.

Which companies have Ethinylestradiol shortages?

The registers do not name the companies.