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CA ATC G03AA05 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Norethisterone and Ethinylestradiol shortage in Canada
Is there a Norethisterone and Ethinylestradiol shortage in Canada?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 4 Norethisterone and Ethinylestradiol products are reported short in Canada, the first since 6 Jun 2025. The company estimate for the return is 19 Mar 2027. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Canada
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK) (28's) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 6 Jun 2025 | 19 Mar 2027 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | BREVICON 1/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK) (1x28) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 2 Jan 2026 | 19 Mar 2027 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (21-DAY PACK) (1x21) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 17 Mar 2026 | 19 Mar 2027 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | BREVICON 1/35 TABLETS (21-DAY PACK) (1x21) | PFIZER CANADA ULC | 19 Jun 2026 | 19 Mar 2027 | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
Source
Health Canada, Health Product Shortages Canada. Official list. Mandatory company reports since 2017: actual and anticipated shortages, plus products about to be discontinued.