CLIMARA 50
BAYER INC
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 there a shortage of CLIMARA 50 in Canada?
Yes. CLIMARA 50 50MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 22, 2026).
Why is CLIMARA 50 not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will CLIMARA 50 be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 15, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient
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What this means
Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?
Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.
What should I do?
Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.
DIN
02231509
Strength
50MCG
Dosage Form
PATCH
Route
TRANSDERMAL
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Shortage Timeline
Approximate — based on the dates HPSC reports were last updated, not confirmed onset or resolution dates. Gaps between bars are periods with no shortage on file.
Shortage History
Demand increase for the drug.
Demand increase for the drug.
Other Products from BAYER INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
60MG · DIN 02155990
20MG · DIN 02237618
30MG · DIN 02155907
0.5MG · DIN 02412764
2MG · DIN 02412802
2.5MG · DIN 02412810
1MG · DIN 02412772
1.5MG · DIN 02412799
5MG · DIN 02243919
0.5MG · DIN 02247193
DIN 02309300
220MG · DIN 02436337