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Active Shortage

TRI-CIRA 21

APOTEX 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 TRI-CIRA 21 in Canada?

Yes. TRI-CIRA 21 0.035MG 0.18MG 0.25MG 0.035MG 0.215MG 0.035MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated May 7, 2026).

Why is TRI-CIRA 21 not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will TRI-CIRA 21 be available again?

No estimated resolution date has been reported yet. Follow this page to get an email as soon as the status changes.

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StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength0.035MG 0.18MG 0.25MG 0.035MG 0.215MG 0.035MG
Report last updated2026-05-07
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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.

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Community reports are not verified by a pharmacy and may reflect a small sample size. This is not a guarantee of current stock.

DIN

02508087

Strength

0.035MG 0.18MG 0.25MG 0.035MG 0.215MG 0.035MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ETHINYL ESTRADIOL NORGESTIMATE

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.

Active/anticipated Resolved

Shortage History