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ATC G03AB09 · Progestogens and Estrogens, Sequential Preparations · updated 4 Nov 2026
norgestimate and ethinylestradiol shortage
As of 4 Nov 2026, norgestimate and ethinylestradiol has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Canada), covering 2 products from 1 company.
Is there a norgestimate and ethinylestradiol shortage?
Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, norgestimate and ethinylestradiol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Canada. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesCompared with similar medicines
ATC group G03AB · Progestogens and Estrogens, Sequential PreparationsAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | TRI-CIRA 28 (28 BLS) | APOTEX INC | 5 May 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
| CA | TRI-CIRA 21 (21 BLS) | APOTEX INC | 5 May 2026 | not given | Manufacturing problem Disruption of the manufacture of the drug |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a norgestimate and ethinylestradiol shortage?
Yes. As of 4 Nov 2026, norgestimate and ethinylestradiol is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Canada. No company has given a return date.
When will norgestimate and ethinylestradiol be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Canada: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is norgestimate and ethinylestradiol in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: manufacturing problem. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have norgestimate and ethinylestradiol shortages?
Apotex.