Do not stop or change your medication without speaking to a pharmacist or healthcare professional.
Permanently Discontinued

SELECT 1/35 (21-DAY)

PFIZER CANADA ULC

This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.

Quick answers

Is SELECT 1/35 (21-DAY) discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that SELECT 1/35 (21-DAY) 1.0MG 0.035MG has been permanently discontinued (last updated October 9, 2026). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is SELECT 1/35 (21-DAY) not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

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Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength1.0MG 0.035MG
Report last updated2026-10-09
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

What this means

Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?

Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.

What should I do?

Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.

DIN

02197502

Strength

1.0MG 0.035MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

NORETHINDRONE ETHINYL ESTRADIOL

Shortage History