ESME 21
MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS 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 ESME 21 discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ESME 21 20MCG 100MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 4, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is ESME 21 not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
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
02388138
Strength
20MCG 100MCG
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredient
ETHINYL ESTRADIOL LEVONORGESTREL
Compare with another product →
Shortage History
Other Products from MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
500MG · DIN 02385473
333MG · DIN 02293269
10MG · DIN 02257955
40MG · DIN 02257963
DIN 02388146
50MG · DIN 02468549
2G · DIN 02407310
1G · DIN 02407302
25MG · DIN 02247243
12.5MG · DIN 02554631
50MG · DIN 02554666
100MG · DIN 02554674